2 Cavalli - Fellipe II (Due Cavalli) ND (1556-1598) front 2 Cavalli - Fellipe II (Due Cavalli) ND (1556-1598) back
2 Cavalli - Fellipe II (Due Cavalli) ND (1556-1598) photo
© Fabio Henrique S. Junior

2 Cavalli - Fellipe II Due Cavalli ND

 
Copper 2.7 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Naples (Italian States)
King
Philip I the Prudent (1554-1598)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1556-1598
Value
2 Cavalli (1⁄720)
Currency
Piastra (1266-1812)
Composition
Copper
Weight
2.7 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
1804
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#151656
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

King's crown

Lettering: SICILIAE HIERVSA

Comment

1. variant: PHILIPP REX ARAGON VTR. SICIL ET HIERVSAL
2. variant: PHILIPP DG REX ARA VT. SICILIAE HIERVSA
3. variant: PHILIPP REX ARA VTRI, year. SICILIAE ET HIERVSA
4. variant: PHILIPP DG REX ARA VTR SI, year, sign GR/VP. SICIL ET HIERVSALE (GR = Germano Ravaschieri, mint master 1568-1584; VP = Vincenzo Porzio, master engraver from 1561)
5. variant: PHILIPP DG REX A VTR. SICILIAE HIERVSA

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Cavalli - Fellipe II (Due Cavalli) ND (1556-1598) coin from the Kingdom of Naples (Italian States) is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the letters "F" and "I" on either side of the coin's central axis. This shield is believed to represent the coat of arms of the Spanish King Philip II, who ruled over the Kingdom of Naples during the time this coin was minted. This detail highlights the rich history and cultural influences that are reflected in the coin's design, making it a fascinating piece for collectors and historians alike.