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10 Lire - Charles Louis 1st type
| Silver (.934) | 39.447 g | 45 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Etruria (Grand Duchy of Tuscany, Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles Louis (1803-1807) |
| Regent | Maria Luisa (1803-1807) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1803-1806 |
| Value | 10 Lire |
| Currency | Lira (1533-1826) |
| Composition | Silver (.934) |
| Weight | 39.447 g |
| Diameter | 45 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#21650 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with spikes divides wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DOMINE SPES MEA A IUVENTUTE MEA·
FLORANTIAE·1803·
Edge
Smooth with lettering.
Lettering: LIRE DIECI
Comment
In the Tuscan monetary system, it takes 4 dena to make one gold ruspone.The coin, equivalent to 15 paoli, also represents 10 Florentine lire.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a brief period of time when the Kingdom of Etruria was established, which was a short-lived state that existed from 1801 to 1807. The coin features an image of Charles Louis, the son of the French king Louis XVI, who was the ruler of the kingdom during that time. The coin's design and the fact that it was made of silver reflect the influence of French culture and currency during that period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1803 | 9000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1804 | 23500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1805 | 2350 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1806 | 5200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Lire - Charles Louis (1st type) 1803-1806 coin.
