10 Soldi 1798-1799 front 10 Soldi 1798-1799 back
10 Soldi 1798-1799 photo
© Numismatica Ranieri

10 Soldi

 
Billon 3.45 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Genoa › Ligurian Republic (1797-1814)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1798-1799
Value
10 Soldi (½)
Currency
Lira (1797-1805; 1814)
Composition
Billon
Weight
3.45 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#61328
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Date and value within wreath mad e by a brench of laurel and of palm.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SOLDI
10
1799

Edge

Leaves in relief

Interesting fact

The 10 Soldi coin from Genoa, issued between 1798 and 1799, features an interesting design element - a stylized depiction of a dolphin on the reverse side, which symbolizes the maritime power and rich history of the Ligurian Republic.