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6 Carlini - Neapolitan Republic
7 (1798) yearSilver (.833) | 13.77 g | 32 mm |
Issuer | Kingdom of Naples (Italian States) |
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King | Parthenopean Republic (January-June 1799) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Year | 7 (1798) |
Calendar | French republican |
Value | 6 Carlini = ½ Piastra |
Currency | Piastra (1266-1812) |
Composition | Silver (.833) |
Weight | 13.77 g |
Diameter | 32 mm |
Shape | Round |
Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
Demonetized | 1799 |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#183369 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
3-line inscription in laurel wreath, French revolutionary date in legend.
Lettering:
ANNO SETTIMO DELLA LIBERTA
CAR
LINI
SEI
Translation:
Seventh year of liberty
Six Carlini
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Carlini - Neapolitan Republic 7 (1798) coin is that it was minted during a brief period of political upheaval in the Kingdom of Naples. In 1798, a republican uprising led to the establishment of the Parthenopean Republic, which lasted for only six months before the monarchy was restored. This coin was minted during that short period, making it a unique piece of history.