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Obverse © pfouque
1 Soldo - Vittorio Amedeo I 2nd type
| Billon (.250 silver) | 1.42 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Savoy (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Victor Amadeus I the Lion of Susa (1630-1637) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1631-1636 |
| Value | 1 Soldo (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Lira |
| Composition | Billon (.250 silver) |
| Weight | 1.42 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#57166 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Cross with trefoil ends, small angel's head in each angle, date at end of legend.
Lettering: IN.TE.DOMINE.CONFIDO.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Soldo - Vittorio Amedeo I (2nd type) coin from the Duchy of Savoy is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Victor Amadeus I, who was the Duke of Savoy from 1630 to 1637. During his reign, he implemented a number of economic reforms, including the introduction of a new currency system, which helped to stabilize the economy and promote trade in the region. The 1 Soldo coin was a key part of this new currency system, and it remained in circulation for many years, becoming a symbol of the Duchy of Savoy's economic and political power.
