3 Piccioli - Filippo III 1608-1613 front 3 Piccioli - Filippo III 1608-1613 back
3 Piccioli - Filippo III 1608-1613 photo
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3 Piccioli - Filippo III

 
Copper 2.15 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States)
King
Philip II (1598-1621)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1608-1613
Value
3 Deniers (1⁄40)
Currency
Tari (1060-1754)
Composition
Copper
Weight
2.15 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#160389
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Large "3" in the field

Lettering: +REX • SICILIAE • 1608

Translation: King of Sicily

Edge

Round

Interesting fact

The 3 Piccioli coin from the Kingdom of Sicily, issued during the reign of Filippo III (1608-1613), features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the Spanish Empire, which reflects the political influence of the Spanish Crown over the Kingdom of Sicily during that time.