2 Denari - Victor Amadeus II 1722 front 2 Denari - Victor Amadeus II 1722 back
2 Denari - Victor Amadeus II 1722 photo
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2 Denari - Victor Amadeus II

1722 year
Copper 1.85 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Savoy (Italian States)
Duke
Victor Amadeus II (1675-1730)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1722
Value
2 Denari (1⁄120)
Currency
Lira
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.85 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#62027
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Knot with large crown above, date below.

Lettering: 1722

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Denari coin from the Duchy of Savoy is that it features an image of Victor Amadeus II, who was the Duke of Savoy from 1675 to 1730. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to modernize the state, and his portrait on the coin reflects his importance in the history of the region.