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Tornese - Carlo
| Copper | 2.7 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Naples (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles VII Sebastian (1734-1759) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1750-1757 |
| Value | 1 Tornese (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Piastra (1266-1812) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.7 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#330990 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
3-line inscription in an ornate folder with on the side the Mint official's initials, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HILA
RI
TAS
M• M•
1757
Engraver: Domenico Maria Mazzara
Edge
Leaves in relief
Comment
The reference of NGC (KM# 157) presents photos that do not correspond to the correct coin.See: https://numismatica-italiana.lamoneta.it/moneta/W-CB/4
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tornese - Carlo 1750-1757 coin from the Kingdom of Naples (Italian States) is that it features an image of King Charles VII on one side and the coat of arms of the Kingdom of Naples on the other.
