© Fabrizio Sorrenti (CC BY-NC)
© Fabrizio Sorrenti (CC BY-NC)
1 Picciolo - Filippo II ND
| Copper | 0.59 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip I (1554-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1556-1598 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Tari (1060-1754) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 0.59 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#160368 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Crown in the field
Lettering: + • PHILIPPVS • D • G •
Translation: Philip Dei Gratia
Edge
Plain
Comment
PP it's the sign for the minter, Pietro del Pozzo.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Picciolo coin from the Kingdom of Sicily is that it was issued during the reign of Philip II, who was also known as Philip the Prudent. He was a member of the Spanish Habsburg dynasty and ruled Sicily from 1556 until his death in 1598. During his reign, he implemented various reforms and policies that helped to strengthen the economy and military of Sicily, which is reflected in the design and production of coins like the 1 Picciolo.
