© CNI 4, pg. 208, no. 3
© CNI 4, pg. 208, no. 3
25 Centesimi Palma nova - Siege coinage
1814 year| Billon | 9.5 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Napoleonic Kingdom of Italy (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Napoleon I (1805-1814) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1814 |
| Value | 25 Centesimi (0.25) |
| Currency | Lira (1807-1814) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 9.5 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#84541 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Napoleon's coronation crown in center, text around outside edge.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONTA. DASSE. PALMA
Edge
Plain
Comment
Minted in Palmanova during siege by Austrian forces.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the Napoleonic Wars, specifically during the Siege of Palma Nova, which was a strategic stronghold for Napoleon's forces in Italy. The coin's design features the profile of Napoleon Bonaparte, indicating his influence and control over the region at the time.
