4 Tarí - Carlo 1734 front 4 Tarí - Carlo 1734 back
4 Tarí - Carlo 1734 photo
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4 Tarí - Carlo

1734 year
Silver (.916) 9.8 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States)
King
Charles V (1735-1759)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1734
Value
4 Tari
Currency
Tari (1060-1754)
Composition
Silver (.916)
Weight
9.8 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#96413
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned displayed eagle, head to left, date below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
REX · SIC · ET · HIE
F N.
· 1734 ·

Comment

Struck prior to Carlo's coronation.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 4 Tarí - Carlo 1734 coin from the Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States) is that it was minted during the reign of King Charles III of Spain, who was also known as Charles VII of Naples and Sicily. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign that featured a new portrait of the king, which was designed to promote his image as a powerful and benevolent ruler. Despite being made of silver, the coin was not widely accepted in trade due to its low denomination and was primarily used as a token of loyalty and appreciation for the king's subjects. Today, this coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, highly sought after by numismatists and historians interested in the history of the Italian States.