1 Scudo - Francesco III 1739 front 1 Scudo - Francesco III 1739 back
1 Scudo - Francesco III 1739 photo
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1 Scudo - Francesco III

1739 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Modena and Reggio (Italian States)
Duke
Francis III (1737-1780)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1739
Value
1 Scudo
Currency
Scudo
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#126308
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned ornate shield

Script: Latin

Lettering: VETERIS MONU - MENTUM DECORIS

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Scudo - Francesco III 1739 coin from the Duchy of Modena and Reggio (Italian States) made of Silver is that it features an image of Francesco III d'Este, the Duke of Modena and Reggio, on one side, and the coat of arms of the Este family on the other. The coin was minted in 1739, during Francesco III's reign, which lasted from 1737 until his death in 1780. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of numismatic history, providing a glimpse into the political and economic landscape of 18th-century Italy.