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1 Scudo - Odoardo Antoninus standing
| Silver (.916) | 27.9 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Parma and Piacenza (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Edward I Farnese (Odoardo) (1622-1646) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1628-1636 |
| Value | 1 Scudo (6) |
| Currency | Lira (?-1802) |
| Composition | Silver (.916) |
| Weight | 27.9 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#21518 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Full-length standing figure of St. Antoninus holding pennant, date divides mintmaster's initials in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
·S:ANTONIVS·M:PROT:PLAC·
*L·1628·X*
Edge
Plain
Comment
There are many varieties of this type, see this Italian link:https://numismatica-italiana.lamoneta.it/moneta/W-OFC/5
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Scudo - Odoardo (Antoninus standing) coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Duchy of Parma and Piacenza. The coin was issued during the reign of Odoardo Farnese, who was the Duke of Parma and Piacenza from 1622 until his death in 1646. During his reign, the Duchy faced numerous challenges, including economic difficulties, political instability, and military conflicts with neighboring states. Despite these challenges, the 1 Scudo coin remained a popular and widely used denomination throughout the region, and its production continued uninterrupted during this time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1629 LX | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Scudo - Odoardo (Antoninus standing) 1628-1636 coin.
