4 Scudi d'Oro - Carlo V ND (1546-1556) front 4 Scudi d'Oro - Carlo V ND (1546-1556) back
4 Scudi d'Oro - Carlo V ND (1546-1556) photo
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4 Scudi d'Oro - Carlo V ND

 
Gold 13.5 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Naples (Italian States)
King
Charles IV (1516-1554)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1546-1556
Value
1 Quadrupla (4)
Currency
Piastra (1266-1812)
Composition
Gold
Weight
13.5 g
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#325925
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Peace walking to left, holding cornucopia and torch

Script: Latin

Lettering: MAGNA OPERA DOMINI.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 4 Scudi d'Oro coin from the Kingdom of Naples is that it was minted during the reign of Charles V, who was the King of Spain and the Holy Roman Emperor at the time. This coin was part of a series of gold coins that were minted to promote trade and commerce in the region, and it features an image of Charles V on one side and the coat of arms of the Kingdom of Naples on the other. The coin's value was equivalent to 4 scudi, which was a significant amount of money at the time, and it was used for large transactions and trade. Today, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and historians due to its rarity and historical significance.