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1 Tornese - Philip II
| Copper | 6.9 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Naples (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip I the Prudent (1554-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1573-1592 |
| Value | 1 Tornese (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Piastra (1266-1812) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.9 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#123498 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Cornucopia with fruit and ears turned to left, on the sides the date divided into two parts by the cornucopia.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PVBLICE COMMODITATI
Comment
Mint master's initials:GR: Germano Ravaschieri
VP: Vicenzo Porzio
MAL: Marco Antonio de Leo
IAF: Giovanni Antonio Fasula
G: Francesco Antonio Giuno
C: Unknown
Interesting fact
The 1 Tornese coin from the Kingdom of Naples (Italian States) made of Copper and weighing 6.9g is interesting because it was issued during the reign of Philip II (1573-1592) and features an image of the king on one side and the coat of arms of the Kingdom of Naples on the other. This coin was used as a standard circulation coin during Philip II's rule and was an important part of the currency system in the Italian States during that time.
