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½ Ducat – Naples

Standard circulation coins

Italy

Context

Years: 1715–1731

Country: Italy

Issuer: Naples

Period:

Kingdom

Ruler: Charles VI

Currency:

Piastra

(1266—1812)

Demonetized: Yes

Material

Diameter: 34 mm

Weight: 10.8 g

Silver weight: 10.80 g

Shape: Round

Composition: Silver

Magnetic: No

References

KM: #124

Numista: #84616

Value

Bullion value: $31.24

Obverse

Description:

Armored laureate bust right.

Inscription:

CAR. VI. D G. - ROM. IMPE.

Script: Latin

Reverse

Description:

Ornate shield with Austria’s arms in a crowned frame, the Golden Fleece below dividing the date.

Inscription:

HISP. VTRI. - SICI. REX.

Script: Latin

Edge

Mintings

Year	Mint Mark	Mintage
1715	IM	—
1716	IM	—
1731	—	—

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