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1 Piastre - Cosmos III 2nd type
1680 year| Silver | 31.37 g | 45 mm |
| Issuer | Grand Duchy of Tuscany (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Grand duke | Cosimo III (1670-1723) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1680 |
| Value | 1 Piastra (15⁄2) |
| Currency | Lira (1533-1826) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 31.37 g |
| Diameter | 45 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#98906 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Paul baptizing Jesus, dove above.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FILIVSMEVS DILEC TVS
Interesting fact
The Cosmos III coin was minted during the reign of Grand Duke Cosimo III de' Medici, who ruled Tuscany from 1670 to 1723. The coin's design features an image of the Grand Duke on one side and an image of the Tuscan coat of arms on the other. The coin was used as a standard circulation coin in Tuscany during this time period and was made of silver, which was a valuable and widely used metal for coinage at the time.
