5 Tornesi - Ferdinando II 1831-1841 front 5 Tornesi - Ferdinando II 1831-1841 back
5 Tornesi - Ferdinando II 1831-1841 photo
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5 Tornesi - Ferdinando II

 
Copper 15.59 g 32 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of the Two Sicilies (Italian States)
King
Ferdinand II (1830-1859)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1831-1841
Value
5 Tornesi (0.025)
Currency
Ducat (1815-1860)
Composition
Copper
Weight
15.59 g
Diameter
32 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#96416
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Large crown above 2-line inscription, date in exergue.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
TORNESI
CINQUE
1839

Comment

Dates 1831, 1832, 1833 with oblique milling are very rare.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Tornesi - Ferdinando II 1831-1841 coin from the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies (Italian States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The Kingdom of the Two Sicilies was formed in 1816, and Ferdinand II was its first king. During his reign, the kingdom experienced significant economic growth and modernization, including the introduction of new currency systems and the expansion of trade and commerce. The 5 Tornesi coin was a key part of this currency system, and its design and production reflect the cultural and artistic influences of the time.