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30 Soldi - Francis II
| Silver (.684) | 7.44 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Milan (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Francis III (1792-1806) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1794-1800 |
| Value | 30 Soldi (¼) |
| Currency | Scudo (?-1796) |
| Composition | Silver (.684) |
| Weight | 7.44 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#59410 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Crowned spade-shaped shield of 4-fold arms with central shield, value 'SOLDI.30' below, date at end of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MEDIOLANI / DUX.1800.
SOLDI.30
Edge
Floral pattern
Comment
Herinek adds years for 1792, 1793, 1797 and 1798, but doubtful. May exist, or not ...Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 30 Soldi coin from the Duchy of Milan is that it was minted during a time of great political and social change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Francis II, who was the last emperor of the Holy Roman Empire and the first emperor of Austria. This period saw the rise of Napoleon and the French Revolution, which had a significant impact on the political landscape of Europe. Despite these changes, the 30 Soldi coin remained a stable and widely used form of currency in the Italian States.
