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15 Ducati - Ferdinando II
| Gold (.996) | 18.93 g | 29.5 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of the Two Sicilies (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand II (1830-1859) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1845-1856 |
| Value | 15 Ducats (15 Ducati) |
| Currency | Ducat (1815-1860) |
| Composition | Gold (.996) |
| Weight | 18.93 g |
| Diameter | 29.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#96464 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Standing figure of the Bourbon Genius, crown on column at left, oval shield on right, 3-line inscription in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REGNI VTR. SIC. ET HIER.
TRAPP. 21 25/100
TITOLO MILLESIMI 996
DUCATI 15
Edge
Lettering: PROVIDENTIA OPTIMI PRINCIPIS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 15 Ducati - Ferdinando II 1845-1856 coin from the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies (Italian States) is that it was minted during a time of great political and social change in Italy. The coin was issued during the reign of Ferdinand II, who was the King of the Two Sicilies from 1845 until his death in 1856. During his reign, there was a growing movement for Italian unification, which ultimately led to the creation of the Kingdom of Italy in 1861. This coin is a tangible reminder of the complex history of Italy during this time period.
