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2 Grani - Ferdinando III
| Copper | - | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand III (1759-1816) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1801-1804 |
| Value | 2 Grani (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Piastra (1755-1815) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#76828 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Crowned displayed eagle, head to left.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2
GRANI
1803
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Grani - Ferdinando III 1801-1804 coin from the Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States) made of Copper 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 III, who was the King of Sicily from 1801 to 1804, and it features an image of the king on one side and the coat of arms of Sicily on the other. This coin was used as a means of payment during a period of significant economic and political upheaval, as Italy was undergoing a period of revolution and political unification. Despite the challenges of the time, the 2 Grani coin remained a widely used and trusted form of currency, and it remains a valuable collector's item to this day.
