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1 Soldo - Charles Emmanuel I 2nd type
| Billon | 1.52 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Savoy (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Charles Emmanuel I the Great (1580-1630) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1580-1587 |
| Value | 1 Soldo (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Lira |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.52 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#208072 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Saint Maurice's cross in quadrilobed corniche.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IN • TE • DOMINE • CONFIDO • M • G
Translation:
I trust in you Lord.
(Mint master's initials)
Comment
Mint master's initials:CD: Claudio (Claude) Denis - Gex
DB•O: Benedetto D'Oppet (Benoit Doppes) - Gex
ED: Emanuele Diano - Bourg
FD: Filiberto Diano - Bourg
IF: Francesco Jacquemin - Gex
IM: Giovannino Miretto - Chambéry
MG: Michele Grobert - Chambéry
NV: Nicola Vialard - Chambéry
weight varies: 1.40 - 1.95 g
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Soldo coin from the Duchy of Savoy is that it features an image of Charles Emmanuel I, who was known for his military campaigns and strategic alliances, which helped to expand the territory of Savoy and strengthen its position in Italy.
