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50 Centesimi - Carlo Alberto
| Silver (.900) (0.0723 oz ASW) | 2.5 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles Albert (1831-1849) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1833-1847 |
| Value | 50 Centesimi (0.50) |
| Currency | Lira (1816-1861) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) (0.0723 oz ASW) |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#38333 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Crowned squarish shield of Savoy arms between 2 laurel branches, collar of order suspended below, 'C.50' at bottom, mintmarks at lower left
Script: Latin
Lettering: DVX SAB. GENVAE ET MONTISF. PRINC. PED. &.
Translation: Duke of Savoy, Genoa and Montferrat, Prince of Piedmont.
Engraver: Giuseppe Ferraris
Edge
Plain
Comment
Previously C#110.1Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of King Carlo Alberto of Sardinia, who was known for his efforts to modernize and unify Italy. The coin's design features the king's portrait on one side and the coat of arms of the Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia on the other, symbolizing the unity and strength of the Italian states under his rule.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1833 P | 136 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1834 | 61200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1836 | 21700 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1837 | 11650 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1841 | 6600 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1842 | 10400 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1843 | 13800 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1844 | 22750 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1845 | 16400 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1846 | 22850 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1847 | 11250 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Centesimi - Carlo Alberto 1833-1847 coin.
