Bianco (4 Soldi) - Emmanuel Philibert I (1st type) 1561-1580 front Bianco (4 Soldi) - Emmanuel Philibert I (1st type) 1561-1580 back
Bianco (4 Soldi) - Emmanuel Philibert I (1st type) 1561-1580 photo
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Bianco 4 Soldi - Emmanuel Philibert I 1st type

 
Silver 4.60 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Savoy (Italian States)
Duke
Emmanuel Philibert the Ironhead (Emanuele Filiberto I) (1553-1580)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1561-1580
Value
4 Soldi (⅕)
Currency
Lira
Composition
Silver
Weight
4.60 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#259187
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Cross of the San Maurizio Order

Script: Latin

Lettering: IN • TE • DOMINE • CONFIDO • (date) • (mint or engraver letter)

Translation: Trust in you, Lord

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Emmanuel Philibert I, who was known for his efforts to modernize and centralize the government of the Duchy of Savoy, and who also played a significant role in the Council of Trent, a major Catholic Church council that took place during his reign.