© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
Doppia
1638 year| Silver | 5.45 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | City of Vercelli (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Milanese siege of Vercelli (26 May - 6 July 1638) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1638 |
| Currency | Lira |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.45 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#238515 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
✠ 🟌 CHRISTIANA · FRAN · MATRE · REGENTE 🟌
VERCELLÆ
· ITERVM ·
· AB · HISP ·
OBSESSÆ
Comment
The face value of this extremely rare piece is unclear. It is similar in type to the Doppia. It differs in weight to the quarter lira; the inscription and the back are also different. The CNI and Cudazzo leave the denomination undetermined.Interesting fact
The Doppia 1638 from City of Vercelli (Italian States) is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Italy. The coin was issued during the reign of Duke Charles Emmanuel I of Savoy, who was known for his ambitious military campaigns and his efforts to modernize the economy of his territories. The Doppia 1638 was one of the first coins to be minted in the city of Vercelli, which was an important center of trade and commerce in the region. Despite its small denomination, the coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and prestigious metal at the time. Today, the Doppia 1638 is a rare and highly sought-after collector's item, and it serves as a fascinating reminder of the rich history and culture of the Italian States during the 17th century.