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80 Lire - Carlo Felice
| Gold (.900) | 25.8 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles Felix (1821-1831) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1823-1831 |
| Value | 80 Lire |
| Currency | Lira (1816-1861) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 25.8 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#21496 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 71% |
Reverse
Crowned spade-shaped shield of 4-fold arms, with central shield of Savoy, between 2 oak branches, collar of order suspended below, value 'L.80.' divides mintmarks at bottom
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DVX SAB. GENVAE ET MONTISF. PRINC. PED. &.
L. 80
Translation: Duke of Savoy, Genoa, and Montferrat, Prince of Piedmont, etc.
Engraver: Amedeo Lavy
Edge
Smooth with lettering
Lettering: FERT - FERT - FERT
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 80 Lire - Carlo Felice 1823-1831 coin from the Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia is that it was minted during a time of great change and political upheaval in Italy. The coin was issued during the reign of King Charles Felix, who ruled from 1823 to 1831, a period marked by the struggle for Italian unification. The coin's design, featuring the king's portrait and the coat of arms of the House of Savoy, reflects the political and cultural influences of the time. Despite the turmoil of the era, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item, a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of Italy.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1824 L | 5919 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1824 P | 3904 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1825 L | 13728 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1825 P | 8465 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1826 L | 75957 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1827 L | 38473 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1827 P | 14733 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1828 L | 22504 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1828 P | 8961 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1829 P | 7436 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1830 P | 25942 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1831 P | 740 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 80 Lire - Carlo Felice 1823-1831 coin.
