10 Grani - Ferdinando III 1801-1804 front 10 Grani - Ferdinando III 1801-1804 back
10 Grani - Ferdinando III 1801-1804 photo
© John Watt

10 Grani - Ferdinando III

 
Copper 29.26 g 36.83 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States)
King
Ferdinand III (1759-1816)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1801-1804
Value
10 Grani (1⁄24)
Currency
Piastra (1755-1815)
Composition
Copper
Weight
29.26 g
Diameter
36.83 mm
Thickness
3.46 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#75368
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

3-line inscription with date in laurel wreath.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
10
GRANI
1801

Edge

Plain

Comment

Designer marks:
JVI - Giuseppe Ugo Interino (Mint master 1798 - 1807)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Grani - Ferdinando III 1801-1804 coin from the Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States) is that it was minted during a time of great political and social change in the region. The Kingdom of Sicily was a short-lived state that existed from 1806 to 1816, and during this time, there was a lot of political upheaval and conflict. Despite this, the coinage of the kingdom remained consistent and of high quality, with the 10 Grani coin being a prime example. It is a testament to the resilience and craftsmanship of the people of the Kingdom of Sicily during a time of turmoil.