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10 Soldi - Ferdinando III
| Silver (.913) | 1.93 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Grand Duchy of Tuscany (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Grand duke | Ferdinand III (1790-1801, 1814-1824) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1821-1823 |
| Value | 10 Soldi (0.5) |
| Currency | Lira (1533-1826) |
| Composition | Silver (.913) |
| Weight | 1.93 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#56416 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Value, date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MEZZA LIRA
10
SOLDI
1821
Engraver: Carlo Siries
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Soldi coin from the Grand Duchy of Tuscany is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in Italy. The coin was issued during the reign of Ferdinando III, who ruled the Grand Duchy from 1821 to 1823. During this period, Italy was still a collection of separate states, and the Grand Duchy of Tuscany was one of the most powerful and influential of these states. The coin's mintage was likely a symbol of the Grand Duchy's economic and political strength during this time.
