12 Tari - Ferdinando III 1805-1810 front 12 Tari - Ferdinando III 1805-1810 back
12 Tari - Ferdinando III 1805-1810 photo
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12 Tari - Ferdinando III

 
Silver (.833) 27.533 g 38 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States)
King
Ferdinand III (1759-1816)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1805-1810
Value
12 Tari = 1 Piastra
Currency
Piastra (1755-1815)
Composition
Silver (.833)
Weight
27.533 g
Diameter
38 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#89817
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Displayed eagle in laurel wreath within circle, date in margin at bottom.

Script: Latin

Lettering: UTR· SIC· HIER· INFANS· HISP

Edge

Lettering: SUB BONO PRINCIPE NULLA DOLO VIA

Comment

Varieties exist.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 12 Tari coin from the Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States) made of Silver (.833) weighing 27.533g is that it was minted during the reign of Ferdinand III, who was the King of Sicily from 1805 to 1810. During his reign, he implemented several reforms, including the creation of a new currency system, which led to the minting of this coin. The coin's design features the king's portrait on one side and the coat of arms of the Kingdom of Sicily on the other, symbolizing the kingdom's rich history and cultural heritage.