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Quart de sol, Victor Amédée II, Duché de Savoie ND
| Copper | 3.19 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Savoy (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Victor Amadeus II (1675-1730) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | ¼ Soldo (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Lira |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.19 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#207296 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Crowned VA figure dividing the date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PRIN. PEDE. REX. CYP.
1688
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Quart de sol coin is that it was minted during the reign of Victor Amédée II, who was the Duke of Savoy from 1720 to 1730. During his reign, he implemented various economic reforms, including the introduction of a new currency system, which included the Quart de sol coin. This coin was an important part of everyday transactions in the Duchy of Savoy and was widely used by the people. Despite its small denomination, it played a significant role in the economy of the region and is now a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
