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2 Tornesi - Francesco I
| Copper | 6.24 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of the Two Sicilies (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Francis I (1825-1830) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1825-1826 |
| Value | 2 Tornesi (0.01) |
| Currency | Ducat (1815-1860) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.24 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#113313 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Large crown above 2-line inscription, date in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TORNESI
DUE
1825
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Tornesi coin from the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies is that it features a unique design element - a small crown on the obverse side, which was added to symbolize the kingdom's new constitutional monarchy government. This design change was implemented during the reign of King Francesco I, who ruled from 1825 to 1830, and was a significant departure from the previous monarchical system. The coin's design was created by the Italian engraver, Giovanni Battista Fazzio, and it has become a distinctive feature of this particular coin.
