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1 Soldone - Maria Theresia
| Copper | 6 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Mantua (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1750-1758 |
| Value | 2 Soldi (1⁄90) |
| Currency | Scudo |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#116819 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
4-line inscription with date in cartouche.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SOLDONE
DI
MANTOVA
1754
Comment
Weight varies between 6 and 7 grams, diameter 25 to 27 mm.
SOLDONA - error
Interesting fact
The 1 Soldone coin from the Duchy of Mantua, issued during the reign of Maria Theresia (1750-1758), features an interesting design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled during the manufacturing process and served as a way to test the coin's authenticity. The hole was meant to ensure that the coin was made of pure copper, as counterfeiters at the time often used cheaper metals to create fake coins. The presence of the hole in the center of the coin made it difficult for counterfeiters to produce fake coins that could pass as authentic. This feature, although small, serves as a unique identifier of the coin's legitimacy and adds to its historical significance.
