5 Soldi - Victor Amadeus II (2nd type) 1700-1709 front 5 Soldi - Victor Amadeus II (2nd type) 1700-1709 back
5 Soldi - Victor Amadeus II (2nd type) 1700-1709 photo
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5 Soldi - Victor Amadeus II 2nd type

 
Billon 4.63 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Savoy (Italian States)
Duke
Victor Amadeus II (1675-1730)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1700-1709
Value
5 Soldi (¼)
Currency
Lira
Composition
Billon
Weight
4.63 g
Diameter
26 mm
Thickness
0.5 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#189223
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Savoy crowned shield, inscription FE RT on field. Value at the bottom

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PRIN • PEDE REX • CYPRI
FE RT

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Soldi coin from the Duchy of Savoy is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the letter "V" (for Victor Amadeus II) placed above the crown on the obverse side of the coin. This distinctive feature was added to the coin's design during the second type of Victor Amadeus II's reign, which lasted from 1700 to 1709.