1 Scudo - Francesco I ND (1629-1658) front 1 Scudo - Francesco I ND (1629-1658) back
1 Scudo - Francesco I ND (1629-1658) photo
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1 Scudo - Francesco I ND

 
Silver (.910) 26.44 g 42.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Modena and Reggio (Italian States)
Duke
Francis I (1629-1658)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1629-1658
Value
1 Scudo = 103 Soldi (103⁄20)
Currency
Scudo
Composition
Silver (.910)
Weight
26.44 g
Diameter
42.6 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#106265
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned arms in frame.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
· LIBRAT · AFF ERT · ET · EFER
G·F .M·

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Scudo coin from the Duchy of Modena and Reggio is that it features an image of Francesco I, the ruler of the duchy from 1629 to 1658, on one side, and the coat of arms of the duchy on the other. The coat of arms includes a shield with three horizontal stripes, representing the three main cities of the duchy: Modena, Reggio, and Rubiera. This design was used on many coins during Francesco's reign and has become a recognizable symbol of the duchy's history and heritage.