© InAsta
© InAsta
10 Soldi - Ferdinand I Piacenza; DG obverse
| Billon | 2.6 g | 23.7 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Parma and Piacenza (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Ferdinand I (1765-1802) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1791-1795 |
| Value | 10 Soldi (½) |
| Currency | Lira (?-1802) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 2.6 g |
| Diameter | 23.7 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#19198 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Saint Antoninus on horseback to left, nimbate, holding pennant, value in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S . ANTO . M . PROT . PLAC
Translation: Saint Antoninus martyr, protector of Piacenza
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great political and social change in Italy. The Duchy of Parma and Piacenza, where the coin was minted, was a small state in northern Italy that was ruled by the House of Bourbon. In the late 18th century, the French Revolution was having a significant impact on Europe, and many Italian states were experiencing political upheaval. Despite this, the Duchy of Parma and Piacenza managed to maintain its independence and continue minting its own coins, including the 10 Soldi coin featuring Ferdinand I. This coin is a tangible reminder of a fascinating period in Italian history.
