© Ira & Larry Goldberg Auctioneers
© Ira & Larry Goldberg Auctioneers
120 Grana - Carlo I
| Silver (.961) | 25.61 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Naples (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles VII Sebastian (1734-1759) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1734-1747 |
| Value | 120 Grana = 1 Piastra |
| Currency | Piastra (1266-1812) |
| Composition | Silver (.961) |
| Weight | 25.61 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#83176 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Volcano god reclining at left, holding upright shovel, Mt. Vesuvius in right background, date in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DE SOCIO PRINCEPS ·
G:1735·H:
Edge
PROVIDENTIA OPTIMI PRINCIPIS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 120 Grana coin from the Kingdom of Naples is that it was issued during the reign of Carlo I (Charles III of Spain), who was the King of Naples from 1734 to 1747. This coin was part of a series of coins issued during his reign to promote trade and commerce in the kingdom. The coin's design features the king's portrait on one side and the coat of arms of the Kingdom of Naples on the other. The use of silver in the coin's minting process was a deliberate choice to ensure its durability and value, as silver was a highly valued metal at the time. Today, this coin is a sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians interested in the history of the Italian States.
