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2 Tornesi - Ferdinando II 2nd portrait
| Copper | 6.24 g | 24.3 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of the Two Sicilies (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand II (1830-1859) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1838-1856 |
| Value | 2 Tornesi (0.01) |
| Currency | Ducat (1815-1860) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.24 g |
| Diameter | 24.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#18542 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 30% |
Reverse
Large crown over 2-line inscription, medium letters, date in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TORNESI
DUE
1852
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Tornesi coin from the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies is that it features a portrait of King Ferdinand II, who was known for his efforts to modernize and centralize the government of the kingdom, which had been fragmented and disorganized prior to his rule. He implemented a number of reforms, including the creation of a new constitution, the establishment of a parliament, and the development of infrastructure such as roads and railways. These efforts helped to lay the foundation for the modernization of Italy in the 19th century.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1842 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1843 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1852 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Tornesi - Ferdinando II (2nd portrait) 1838-1856 coin.
