3 Tornesi - Ferdinando II 1839-1858 front 3 Tornesi - Ferdinando II 1839-1858 back
3 Tornesi - Ferdinando II 1839-1858 photo

3 Tornesi - Ferdinando II

 
Copper 9.35 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of the Two Sicilies (Italian States)
King
Ferdinand II (1830-1859)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1839-1858
Value
3 Tornesi (0.015)
Currency
Ducat (1815-1860)
Composition
Copper
Weight
9.35 g
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#39105
Rarity index
83%

Reverse

Crowns above value and date.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
TORNESI
TRE
1848

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 3 Tornesi coin from the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies is that it was designed by the Italian engraver, Francesco Spajani. Spajani was a prominent artist and engraver of the time, and his work can be found on many coins and banknotes from the 19th century. The 3 Tornesi coin features an image of King Ferdinand II on one side and the coat of arms of the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies on the other. The coin was minted from 1839 to 1858 and was widely used throughout the kingdom. Today, it is a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.