1 Piastra - Ferdinando IV 1766-1767 front 1 Piastra - Ferdinando IV 1766-1767 back
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1 Piastra - Ferdinando IV

 
Silver (.917) 25.61 g 41 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Naples (Italian States)
King
Ferdinand IV (1759-1799, 1799-1806, 1815-181)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1766-1767
Value
1 Piastra
Currency
Piastra (1266-1812)
Composition
Silver (.917)
Weight
25.61 g
Diameter
41 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#361535
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Oval shield of 6-fold arms, with central shield, in crowned baroque frame, 2 chains of orders suspended below, value 'GR.-120' in cartouche at bottom, legend around with date at the end. Letters from Mint Officials on each side of shield.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
HISPANIAR• INFANS 1767 •
GR• 120

Translation: Spanish Infant. 1767 - 120 Grana

Edge

Decorated in relief with circles and rectangles.

Comment

Https://numismatica-italiana.lamoneta.it/moneta/W-FIV1/28

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Piastra - Ferdinando IV 1766-1767 coin from the Kingdom of Naples (Italian States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The Kingdom of Naples was a powerful and influential state in Italy during the 18th century, and the issuance of this coin reflects the kingdom's efforts to standardize its currency and promote trade and commerce. The coin's silver content and intricate design also make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.