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5 Centesimi - Carlo Alberto

1842 year
Copper 5 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia (Italian States)
King
Charles Albert (1831-1849)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1842
Value
5 Centesimi (0.05)
Currency
Lira (1816-1861)
Composition
Copper
Weight
5 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#38303
Rarity index
71%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
5
CENTESIMI
1842

Interesting fact

The 5 Centesimi coin from the Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia (Italian States) made of Copper and weighing 5g has an interesting fact that it was minted during the reign of King Carlo Alberto, who was known for his efforts to modernize and unify Italy. This coin was part of the first decimal currency system introduced in Italy and was widely used during that time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1842 F 1845100 - - - - - -

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