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3 Piccioli - Carlo II
| Copper | 2.55 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (1665-1700) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1698-1700 |
| Value | 3 Deniers (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Tari (1060-1754) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.55 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#107873 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
'3' in baroque frame, date at end of legend
Lettering: +TRINACREA(E). - REX.
Comment
Weight Varies 2.35-2.75 gInteresting fact
The 3 Piccioli coin from the Kingdom of Sicily, minted between 1698 and 1700, features an interesting design element - a crowned shield with the coat of arms of the House of Bourbon, which was the ruling dynasty at the time. This coin was made of copper and weighs 2.55 grams.
