1 Scudo - Ferdinand I 1835-1846 front 1 Scudo - Ferdinand I 1835-1846 back
1 Scudo - Ferdinand I 1835-1846 photo
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1 Scudo - Ferdinand I

 
Silver (.900) 26 g 38.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Lombardy-Venetia (Italian States)
King
Ferdinand I (1835-1848)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1835-1846
Value
1 Scudo (6)
Currency
Scudo (1815-1862)
Composition
Silver (.900)
Weight
26 g
Diameter
38.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#38395
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Double-headed crowned imperial eagle, date in legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: REX·LOMB·ET·VEN·DALM· GAL·LOD·ILL·A·A·1837

Translation: King of Lombardy and Venetia, Dalmatia, Galicia and Lodomeria, Illyria, Archduke of Austria.

Edge

Lettering: RECTA TVERI

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Scudo coin from the Kingdom of Lombardy-Venetia is that it was minted during a time of great change and political upheaval in Italy. The coin was issued during the reign of Ferdinand I, who was the Emperor of Austria and King of Lombardy-Venetia. This was a period of significant political and social unrest, as the Italian states were seeking greater autonomy and eventually, independence from Austrian rule. Despite this turmoil, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item, a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of Italy.