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5 Centesimi - Francis Joseph I

 
Copper 8.75 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Lombardy-Venetia (Italian States)
King
Francis Joseph I (Franz Joseph I) (1848-1866)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1849-1850
Value
5 Centesimi (0.05)
Currency
Scudo (1815-1862)
Composition
Copper
Weight
8.75 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#24931
Rarity index
52%

Reverse

Value and date.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
5
CENTESIMI
1849

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 5 Centesimi coin from the Kingdom of Lombardy-Venetia, featuring Francis Joseph I, is interesting because it was minted during a time of great political change in Italy. The coin was minted in 1849-1850, just before the Kingdom of Lombardy-Venetia was annexed by the Austrian Empire, and it features the image of Francis Joseph I, who was the Emperor of Austria at the time. This coin is a unique piece of history that captures the transition of power between the two states.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1849 M - - - - - -

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