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2.6 Soldi - Charles Emmanuel IV
| Billon | 2.42 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Charles Emmanuel IV (1796-1802) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1798-1799 |
| Value | 2.6 Soldi (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Scudo Piemontese (1720-1815) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 2.42 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#217455 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Crowned displayed eagle, oval shield of Savoy arms on breast, in circle, value "SOL • 2 • 6" below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: D • G • REX • SARD • CYP • ET • IER • & • [rosette]
Translation: By the Grace of God, King of Sardinia, Cyprus, and Jerusalem, Etc.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2.6 Soldi coin from the Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia is that it was issued during a time of great political and social change in Italy. The coin was minted in 1798-1799, during the reign of Charles Emmanuel IV, who was the King of Sardinia and Duke of Savoy. This was a period of significant upheaval in Europe, with the French Revolution and the Napoleonic Wars having a profound impact on the continent. The coin's design, which features an image of Charles Emmanuel IV on one side and the Piedmontese coat of arms on the other, reflects the political and cultural influences of the time. Despite the turmoil of the era, the 2.6 Soldi coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item for numismatists today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1798 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2.6 Soldi - Charles Emmanuel IV 1798-1799 coin.
