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6 Ducati - Ferdinando II
| Gold (.996) | 7.57 g | 21.5 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of the Two Sicilies (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand II (1830-1859) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1842-1856 |
| Value | 6 Ducats (6 Ducati) |
| Currency | Ducat (1815-1860) |
| Composition | Gold (.996) |
| Weight | 7.57 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#89272 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Standing figure of the Bourbon Genius, crown on column at left, oval shield on right, 3-line inscription in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REGNI VTR. SIC. ET HEIR.
TRAPP. 8. 50/1000
TITOLO MILLESIMI 996
DUCATI 6
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Ducati - Ferdinando II 1842-1856 coin from the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies (Italian States) is that it was minted during a time of great political and social change in Italy. The coin was issued during the reign of Ferdinand II, who was the King of the Two Sicilies from 1830 to 1859. During his reign, there was a growing movement for Italian unification, which ultimately led to the creation of the Kingdom of Italy in 1861. The coin's mintage period, 1842-1856, falls within this time of political upheaval and represents a unique piece of history.
