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1 Scudo - Maria Theresia
Silver (.896) | 23.07 g | 38 mm |
Issuer | Duchy of Milan (Italian States) |
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Duchess | Maria Theresa (1740-1780) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1778-1780 |
Value | 1 Scudo |
Currency | Scudo (?-1796) |
Composition | Silver (.896) |
Weight | 23.07 g |
Diameter | 38 mm |
Shape | Round |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#21522 |
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Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Crowned arms in an oval shield, palm and laurel below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MEDIOLANI DUX date
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Scudo - Maria Theresia 1778-1780 coin from the Duchy of Milan (Italian States) is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally added to the coin's design to indicate that it was made of pure silver, as the metal was valued for its purity and durability. The hole also served as a way to distinguish the coin from counterfeit versions that may have been made of cheaper metals.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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1778 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
1779 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Scudo - Maria Theresia 1778-1780 coin.