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4 Soldi - Charles Emmanuel II Regency Tomaso and Maurizio
| Billon (.260 silver) | 4.55 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Savoy (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Charles Emmanuel II (1638-1675) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1639-1640 |
| Value | 4 Soldi (⅕) |
| Currency | Lira |
| Composition | Billon (.260 silver) |
| Weight | 4.55 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#315486 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
St. Maurice and St. Lazarus crosses superimposed inside a garland of flowers
Script: Latin
Lettering: IN TE DOMINE CONFIDO [date]
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issued during the Savoyard Civil War (1639-1642) under the regency of the uncles Tommaso and Maurizio.From wikipedia:
Following the death of Victor Amadeus I, Duke of Savoy in October 1637, his wife Christine of France was appointed Regent for their young son, Francis Hyacinth. When he, too, died in 1638, she ruled on behalf of her second son, Charles Emmanuel II, 1634 to 1675. Known as the Madamisti, or 'Madam' faction, her position was challenged by two of Victor Amadeus' brothers, Prince Maurice of Savoy and Thomas Francis, Prince of Carignano, who led the Principisti, or 'Princes' faction.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Duchy of Savoy. Charles Emmanuel II was only a child when he ascended to the throne, and his regents, Tomaso and Maurizio, were struggling to maintain power and stability in the face of internal conflicts and external threats. Despite these challenges, the coinage of the time remained consistent and of high quality, with the 4 Soldi coin being a prime example. Its intricate design and durable composition have made it a sought-after collector's item for centuries.
