4 Soldi (Cavallotto) 1735-1756 front 4 Soldi (Cavallotto) 1735-1756 back
4 Soldi (Cavallotto) 1735-1756 photo
© Numismatica Ranieri

4 Soldi Cavallotto

 
Billon 3.8 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Genoa › Republic of Genoa (1139-1797)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1735-1756
Value
4 Soldi (1⁄40)
Currency
Scudo (1528-1797)
Composition
Billon
Weight
3.8 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#110489
Rarity index
82%

Reverse

Saint George on horseback

Script: Latin

Lettering: EX. PROBITATE. ROBVR .1736.O .M .

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of a dog, known as the "Cane di Levante," on its reverse side. This dog was a symbol of the Republic of Genoa and was used on many of the city-state's coins during this time period.