1 Piastra – Naples
Italy
Context
Years: 1766–1767
Country: Italy 
Issuer: Naples
Period:
Ruler: Ferdinand IV
Currency:
(1266—1812)
Demonetized: Yes
Material
References
KM: #Click to copy to clipboard173
Numista: #361535
Value
Bullion value: $67.92
Obverse
Description:
Armored bust of the young Ferdinand IV facing right, wearing the Order of the Golden Fleece. A legend encircles the bust, with the engraver's initials below the shoulder.
Inscription:
FERDINAND• IV• D• G• SICILIAR• ET HIER• REX•
F•A•
F•A•
Script: Latin
Engraver: Ferdinando Aveta
Reverse
Description:
Oval crowned baroque shield with 6-fold arms and central shield, flanked by mint officials’ letters. Two order chains below; “GR.-120” in a bottom cartouche. Legend encircles with date at end.
Inscription:
HISPANIAR• INFANS 1767 •
GR• 120
GR• 120
Script: Latin
Edge
Decorated in relief with circles and rectangles.
✨ Legendary