20 Scudi - Charles Emmanuel II 1641-1642 front 20 Scudi - Charles Emmanuel II 1641-1642 back
20 Scudi - Charles Emmanuel II 1641-1642 photo
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20 Scudi - Charles Emmanuel II

 
Gold 66.5 g 45 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Savoy (Italian States)
Duke
Charles Emmanuel II (1638-1675)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1641-1642
Value
20 Scudi
Currency
Lira
Composition
Gold
Weight
66.5 g
Diameter
45 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#397690
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Large crowned shield of manifold arms, with central shield of Savoy, in baroque frame.

Script: Latin

Lettering: PRINCIPES · PEDEMON · REGES · CYPRI · ETC

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 20 Scudi coin from the Duchy of Savoy is that it features an image of Charles Emmanuel II, who was the Duke of Savoy from 1630 until his death in 1675. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to modernize the state, and his portrait on the coin reflects his importance in the history of the region.