40 Lire - Carlo Felice 1822-1831 front 40 Lire - Carlo Felice 1822-1831 back
40 Lire - Carlo Felice 1822-1831 photo
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40 Lire - Carlo Felice

 
Gold (.900) 12.9 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia (Italian States)
King
Charles Felix (1821-1831)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1822-1831
Value
40 Lire
Currency
Lira (1816-1861)
Composition
Gold (.900)
Weight
12.9 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#16496
Rarity index
81%

Reverse

Crowned arms, value below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DVX SAB·GENVAE ET MONTISF·PRINC·PED·&
·L · 40·

Engraver: Amedeo Lavy

Edge

FERT FERT FERT

Lettering: FERT - FERT - FERT

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 40 Lire - Carlo Felice 1822-1831 coin from the Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia is that it was minted during a time of great change and political upheaval in Italy. The coin was issued during the reign of King Charles Felix, who ruled from 1822 to 1831, a period marked by the struggle for Italian unification. The coin's design, featuring the king's portrait and the coat of arms of the Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia, reflects the political and cultural influences of the time. Despite the turmoil of the era, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item, a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of Italy.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1822 L 5011 - - - - - -
1825 L 39000 - - - - - -
1825 P 3994 - - - - - -
1826 P 2844 - - - - - -
1831 P 7711 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 40 Lire - Carlo Felice 1822-1831 coin.