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6 Tari - Ferdinando
| Silver (.833) | 13.766 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand III (1759-1816) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1796-1799 |
| Value | 6 Tari (½) |
| Currency | Piastra (1755-1815) |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 13.766 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#89826 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned displayed eagle, head to left, shield of arms on breast, superimposed on foliated cross, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HIS PAN· INF ANS·
N·6 O·V
1796·
Comment
Varieties exist.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Tari coin from the Kingdom of Sicily is that it features an image of King Ferdinand I of the Two Sicilies on one side, while the other side bears the coat of arms of the Kingdom of Sicily. This coin was minted during a time of great political and social change in the region, as the French Revolution was taking place and the kingdom was facing pressure from Napoleon's expansionist ambitions. Despite these challenges, the 6 Tari coin remained a widely used and valued form of currency throughout the kingdom.
