1 Scudo - Charles Emmanuel III 1755-1769 front 1 Scudo - Charles Emmanuel III 1755-1769 back
1 Scudo - Charles Emmanuel III 1755-1769 photo
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1 Scudo - Charles Emmanuel III

 
Silver (.900) 35.16 g 44 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia (Italian States)
Duke
Charles Emmanuel III (1730-1773)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1755-1769
Value
1 Scudo
Currency
Scudo Piemontese (1720-1815)
Composition
Silver (.900)
Weight
35.16 g
Diameter
44 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#46555
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Crowned round shield

Script: Latin

Lettering: DVX.SABAVD.ET.MONTISFER.PRINC.PEDEM.&

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Scudo coin from the Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia is that it features an image of Charles Emmanuel III, who was the King of Sardinia from 1755 to 1769. He was known for his efforts to modernize and strengthen the kingdom, and his reign saw significant cultural and economic developments. The coin's design, which includes a portrait of the king and various symbols of the kingdom, reflects the importance of his rule and the values of the time.