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3 Cavalli - Filippo III ND
| Copper | 2.58 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Naples (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1598-1621) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1598-1621 |
| Value | 3 Cavalli (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Piastra (1266-1812) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.58 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#119340 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Cross of Jerusalem crowned with similar crosses in angles, legend around.
Lettering: IN HOC SIGNO VINCES
Edge
Plain
Comment
Philip III was a Spanish prince of the House of Habsburg, born in Madrid on April 14, 1578, and died in Madrid on March 31, 1621. Son of Philip II and his niece Anne of Austria, he was King of Spain, Naples, Sicily and Portugal ("Philip II") from 1598 until his death. (Source: www.wikipedia.org)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Cavalli coin from the Kingdom of Naples is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the Spanish Empire, which was a rare feature on coins from this region during that time period.
