2 Scudi - Ercole III 1782-1783 front 2 Scudi - Ercole III 1782-1783 back
2 Scudi - Ercole III 1782-1783 photo
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2 Scudi - Ercole III

 
Silver (.910) 18.462 g 36.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Modena and Reggio (Italian States)
Duke
Ercole III (1780-1796)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1782-1783
Value
2 Scudi
Currency
Scudo
Composition
Silver (.910)
Weight
18.462 g
Diameter
36.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#113324
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned shield in Order chain.

Script: Latin

Lettering: PROXIMA SOLI · 1782

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Scudi coin from the Duchy of Modena and Reggio is that it features an image of Ercole III, the ruler of the duchy at the time, on one side, and an image of the Madonna and Child on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great political and economic change in Italy, and its design reflects the cultural and religious values of the era.