1 Zecchino - Charles Emmanuel III 1743-1744 front 1 Zecchino - Charles Emmanuel III 1743-1744 back
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1 Zecchino - Charles Emmanuel III

 
Gold 3.47 g 21.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia (Italian States)
King
Charles Emmanuel III (1730-1773)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1743-1744
Value
1 Zecchino (8)
Currency
Scudo Sardo (1720-1816)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.47 g
Diameter
21.5 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#106038
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Large-scale scene of the Annunciation, date in exergue.

Script: Latin

Lettering: 1744

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Zecchino coin from the Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Italy. The coin was issued in 1743-1744, during the reign of Charles Emmanuel III, who was known for his efforts to modernize and centralize the government of Piedmont-Sardinia. This period saw significant reforms in areas such as taxation, trade, and infrastructure, which helped to lay the groundwork for the country's future economic growth and development. The coin itself is made of gold and weighs 3.47 grams, making it a valuable and highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1743  518974 - - - - - -

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