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Fiorino - Charles Emmanuel I 3rd Type
1629 year| Billon (.250 silver) | 3.81 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Savoy (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Charles Emmanuel I the Great (1580-1630) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1629 |
| Value | 1 Florin (0.6) |
| Currency | Lira |
| Composition | Billon (.250 silver) |
| Weight | 3.81 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#287691 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Simple crowned shield with the Annunziata collar around, above the date 1629
Script: Latin
Lettering: EXSPECTA • DM • VIRILIT • AGE
Comment
Speciments struck in Vercelli show a V under the right arms of the bustInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the Fiorino - Charles Emmanuel I (3rd Type) 1629 coin from Duchy of Savoy (Italian States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles Emmanuel I, who was the Duke of Savoy from 1580 to 1630. During his reign, the Duchy of Savoy experienced significant economic growth and cultural development, and the minting of this coin was a reflection of that prosperity. The use of Billon, a silver-copper alloy, was a common practice during this time period, as it was a more affordable alternative to pure silver. Despite being made of a less valuable material, the coin still holds significant historical value and is a fascinating piece of numismatic history.
