120 Grana - Ferdinando II 1831-1835 front 120 Grana - Ferdinando II 1831-1835 back
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120 Grana - Ferdinando II

 
Silver (.833) 27.53 g 37 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of the Two Sicilies (Italian States)
King
Ferdinand II (1830-1859)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1831-1835
Value
120 Grana (1.2)
Currency
Ducat (1815-1860)
Composition
Silver (.833)
Weight
27.53 g
Diameter
37 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#21554
Rarity index
66%

Reverse

Crowned shield of 6-fold arms, with central shield, value 'G.120' below.

Script: Latin

Lettering: REGNI VTR. SIC. ET HIER.

Edge

Smooth with recessed letteringAutomatically translated

Lettering: PROVIDENTIA OPTIMI PRINCIPIS

Comment

The 'R' before the date on some issues are overstruck on 12 Carlini of the Parthenopian Republic and of the Napoleonic period.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 120 Grana coin from the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies is that it was minted during the reign of King Ferdinand II, who was known for his efforts to modernize and centralize the government of the kingdom. This coin was part of a broader effort to standardize the currency and create a more efficient economy.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1834  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 120 Grana - Ferdinando II 1831-1835 coin.