3 Centesimi - Carlo III 1854 front 3 Centesimi - Carlo III 1854 back
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3 Centesimi - Carlo III

1854 year
Copper 6 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Parma and Piacenza (Italian States)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1854
Value
3 Centesimi (0.03)
Currency
Lira (1815-1859)
Composition
Copper
Weight
6 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#38372
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned oval arms.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DUCA DI PARMA PIACENZA ECC •
CENT • 3

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 3 Centesimi - Carlo III 1854 coin from the Duchy of Parma and Piacenza is that it was designed by the Italian engraver and sculptor, Giovanni Antonio Scozzi. Scozzi was a prominent artist of the time and his work can be found on many coins and medals from the period. The coin features a portrait of Carlo III, the Duke of Parma and Piacenza, on one side, and an image of the Duchy's coat of arms on the other. The coin was minted in 1854 and was used as a standard circulation coin in the Duchy. It is made of copper and weighs 6 grams.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1854  100000 - - - - - -

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