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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
2 Scudi Larghi - Alessandro
| Silver (.958) | 63.51 g | 48 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Parma and Piacenza (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Alexander Farnese (1586-1592) Ranuccio I Farnese (1592-1622) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1590-1599 |
| Value | 1 Scudo (6) |
| Currency | Lira (?-1802) |
| Composition | Silver (.958) |
| Weight | 63.51 g |
| Diameter | 48 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#119278 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Full-length allegorical figure of city, holding lily and cornucopia, wolf seated at lower right, allegorical figure of River Po at lower left, date divides mintmaster's initials in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PLACENTIA · ROMANOR · COLONIA
A·1590·C
Comment
Struck during the reign of Alexander, then posthumously under Ranuccio I.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Scudi Larghi coin from the Duchy of Parma and Piacenza is that it features an image of Alessandro Farnese, who was the Duke of Parma and Piacenza from 1590 to 1599. The coin was minted during his reign and bears his likeness on one side, while the other side features the coat of arms of the Farnese family. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of numismatic history, highly sought after by collectors.
