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1 Scudo d'Oro - Ottavio Farnese
Gold | 3.3 g | 24 mm |
Issuer | Duchy of Parma and Piacenza (Italian States) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1552-1557 |
Value | 1 Scudo d'Oro (16) |
Currency | Lira (?-1802) |
Composition | Gold |
Weight | 3.3 g |
Diameter | 24 mm |
Shape | Round |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#116782 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Reclining figure above date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SECVRIT· P·PARME·
1556
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Scudo d'Oro - Ottavio Farnese 1552-1557 coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Italy. The coin was issued by the Duchy of Parma and Piacenza, which was a small state in northern Italy that was ruled by the Farnese family. During the reign of Ottavio Farnese, the duchy faced challenges from neighboring powers and was eventually absorbed into the Duchy of Milan. Despite this turmoil, the 1 Scudo d'Oro coin remained a popular and valuable form of currency throughout the region.