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60 Grana, ½ Piastra - Carlo I
| Silver (.900) | 12.8 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Naples (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles VII Sebastian (1734-1759) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1734-1749 |
| Value | 60 Grani = ½ Piastra |
| Currency | Piastra (1266-1812) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 12.8 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#86212 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Large crown over shield of 6-fold arms, with central shield, value 'G:60' in oval below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CAR D:G:REX NEA· HISP:INFANS. &c:
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Charles VII of Naples, who was also known as Charles III of Spain, and was part of a broader series of coinage reforms that he implemented across his kingdoms. These reforms aimed to standardize coinage and simplify trade, and this particular coin was intended to be used as a standard unit of exchange for everyday transactions. Despite being made of silver, it was not a high-denomination coin, but it was still an important part of the monetary system of the time.
