2 Soldi - Ercole Radicati 1587 (1585) front 2 Soldi - Ercole Radicati 1587 (1585) back
2 Soldi - Ercole Radicati 1587 (1585) photo
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2 Soldi - Ercole Radicati

1587 (1585) year
Billon 2.57 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
County of Cocconato (Italian States)
Count
Ercole Radicati (1585-1587)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1587 (1585)
Value
2 Soldi (0.1)
Currency
Lire
Composition
Billon
Weight
2.57 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#161553
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Cross cléché with fleurs-de-lis.

Script: Latin

Lettering: SIT NOMEN DOMINI BENEDICTVM

Interesting fact

The 2 Soldi coin from the County of Cocconato, featuring Ercole Radicati, has a unique feature - it has a scalloped edge, which was a security measure to prevent counterfeiting.