2 Grani - Ferdinando III 1814-1815 front 2 Grani - Ferdinando III 1814-1815 back
2 Grani - Ferdinando III 1814-1815 photo
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2 Grani - Ferdinando III

 
Copper 5.4 g 22.2 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States)
King
Ferdinand III (1759-1816)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1814-1815
Value
2 Grani (1⁄120)
Currency
Piastra (1755-1815)
Composition
Copper
Weight
5.4 g
Diameter
22.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#56818
Rarity index
73%

Reverse

Pegasus to left, V B above, value G 2 below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
V. B.
G. 2.

Engraver: Vincenzo Beninati

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Grani - Ferdinando III 1814-1815 coin from the Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States) is that it features a unique design element - a small crown on the obverse side, which was added to symbolize the kingdom's independence and sovereignty.