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© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
1 Quadrupla - Charles Emmanuel I ND
| Gold | 13.35 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Savoy (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Charles Emmanuel I the Great (1580-1630) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1610-1630 |
| Value | 4 Scudi (36) |
| Currency | Lira |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 13.35 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#377599 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned ornate shield of 4-fold arms with central shield of Savoy, chain of order around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AVXILIVM. MEVM. ADOMINO.
Interesting fact
The 1 Quadrupla coin from the Duchy of Savoy, minted during the reign of Charles Emmanuel I (1610-1630), was a significant departure from the standard coinage of the time. It was one of the first coins to feature a portrait of the ruling monarch, which was a departure from the traditional depiction of religious symbols and motifs on coins. This coin also had a unique design, with the obverse featuring a crowned shield with the Savoyard coat of arms, and the reverse featuring a cross with the motto "FERT" (Latin for "he bears") above it. The coin's gold content and unique design made it a valuable and sought-after collector's item, and it remains a prized piece among numismatists today.
