9 Cavalli - Ferdinando IV 1788-1792 front 9 Cavalli - Ferdinando IV 1788-1792 back
9 Cavalli - Ferdinando IV 1788-1792 photo
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9 Cavalli - Ferdinando IV

 
Copper 4.7 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Naples (Italian States)
King
Ferdinand IV (1759-1799, 1799-1806, 1815-181)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1788-1792
Value
9 Cavalli (1⁄160)
Currency
Piastra (1266-1812)
Composition
Copper
Weight
4.7 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#23136
Rarity index
59%

Reverse

Denomination either side of tower, date below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
C· 9
1791

Engraver: Domenico Perger

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 9 Cavalli - Ferdinando IV 1788-1792 coin from the Kingdom of Naples (Italian States) is that it features an image of a horse on one side, which was a symbol of strength and power during the time it was minted.