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1 Ruspone - Francesco Stephan
| Gold (.999) | 10.59 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Grand Duchy of Tuscany (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Grand duke | Francis II (1737-1765) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1746-1763 |
| Value | 1 Ruspone (40) |
| Currency | Lira (1533-1826) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 10.59 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#315692 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
St. John the Baptist, seated
Script: Latin
Lettering: S • I O A N N E S B A P T I S T A •
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ruspone coin from the Grand Duchy of Tuscany is that it was minted during the reign of Francesco Stephan, who was the last ruler of the House of Lorraine to govern Tuscany. This coin was minted in 1746, and it features an image of Francesco Stephan on one side and the Tuscan coat of arms on the other. The coin was made of gold (.999) and weighs 10.59 grams. It is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists today.
