© InAsta
© InAsta
25 Soldi - Ferdinando II Eagle ND
| Silver | 5.1 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Castiglione Delle Stiviere (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Ferdinando II (1680-1723) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1680-1723 |
| Value | 25 Soldi (5⁄4) |
| Currency | Lira |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.1 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#396959 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned two-headed eagle with wings spread and teardrop-shaped arms on chest.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MAN · ET · MED · M · S · D · HISP · MAG · ETC
Unabridged legend: Mantoviae et Medole Marchio Solferino Dominus et Hispaniae Mag etc
Translation: ...Marquess of Mantua and Medole, Lord of Solferino and ? of Spain, etc.
Comment
Variable weight, 4.3 - 5.3 gr.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an eagle on the reverse side, which was a symbol of power and authority in the Italian States during the reign of Ferdinando II.
