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2 Paoli - Pietro Leopoldo
Silver (.920) | 5.48 g | 27 mm |
Issuer | Grand Duchy of Tuscany (Italian States) |
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Grand duke | Peter Leopold (1765-1790) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1770-1787 |
Value | 2 Paoli (4⁄3) |
Currency | Lira (1533-1826) |
Composition | Silver (.920) |
Weight | 5.48 g |
Diameter | 27 mm |
Shape | Round |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#55493 |
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Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned, oval arms in Order chain with spikes.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DIRIGE DOMINE CRESSVS MEOS
PISIS 1780
Engraver: Luigi Siries
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Paoli coin from the Grand Duchy of Tuscany is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the letter "L" (for Leopold) on the reverse side, which was added to the coin's design in 1771 to commemorate the accession of Pietro Leopoldo to the throne.