© Numismatica Ranieri
© Numismatica Ranieri
2½ Doppiette - Charles Emmanuel III
| Gold (.891) | 8.99 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles Emmanuel III (1730-1773) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1768-1771 |
| Value | 2.5 Doppie |
| Currency | Scudo Sardo (1720-1816) |
| Composition | Gold (.891) |
| Weight | 8.99 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#116712 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Oval shield of Sardinia arms, collar of order around, in baroque frame, crown above.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DVX·SAB·ET·MONTISFER·PRINC·PED·&·
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2½ Doppiette coin from the Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Italy. The coin was introduced in 1768, just a few years after the Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia was formed through the union of the Kingdom of Sardinia and the Duchy of Savoy. This period saw significant reforms and modernization efforts, including the introduction of a new currency system, which the 2½ Doppiette coin was a part of. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remained in circulation for several decades and is now a sought-after collector's item.
