1 Tornese - Ferdinando IV 1788-1792 front 1 Tornese - Ferdinando IV 1788-1792 back
1 Tornese - Ferdinando IV 1788-1792 photo
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1 Tornese - Ferdinando IV

 
Copper 3.05 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Naples (Italian States)
King
Ferdinand IV (1759-1799, 1799-1806, 1815-181)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1788-1792
Value
1 Tornese (1⁄240)
Currency
Piastra (1266-1812)
Composition
Copper
Weight
3.05 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#96056
Rarity index
72%

Reverse

4-line inscription with date between palm and laurel branches

Script: Latin

Lettering:
TOR
NESE
C·6·
1796

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Tornese coin from the Kingdom of Naples (Italian States) made of Copper and weighing 3.05g is that it was issued during the reign of King Ferdinand IV, who was known for his efforts to modernize and centralize the government of the kingdom. This coin was part of a broader effort to standardize the currency and promote trade and commerce within the kingdom.