© Éditions V. Gadoury
© Éditions V. Gadoury
5 Lire - Joachim Murat Gold pattern
1812 year| Gold (.900) | 32 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Naples (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Joachim (1808-1815) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1812 |
| Value | 5 Lire |
| Currency | Lira (1812-1813) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 32 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#309021 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Arms above value.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REGNO DELLE DUE SICILIE.
5. LIRE
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Lire - Joachim Murat (Gold pattern) 1812 from Kingdom of Naples (Italian States) is that it was designed by the famous Italian engraver, Giovanni Battista Gioja. Gioja was known for his exceptional skill in creating detailed and intricate designs, and his work on this coin is no exception. The coin features a portrait of Joachim Murat, the King of Naples, surrounded by intricate details and symbols that reflect the kingdom's rich history and culture. The coin's design is considered one of the most beautiful and iconic of the Italian States' coinage, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
