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5 Soldi - Victor Amadeus II 2nd type
| Issuer | Duchy of Savoy |
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| Year | 1700-1709 |
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| Value | 5 Soldi (1/4) |
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| Obverse description | Armored and draped bust of Victor Amadeus II facing right, with long flowing hair cascading over the shoulders in the late Baroque style. The effigy occupies the majority of the field, with the date inscribed in the exergue below the truncation. A circular Latin legend runs along the periphery, separated from the field by a beaded inner border. |
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| Reverse description | The crowned quartered shield of Savoy, displaying the characteristic cross of Savoy, is centered in the field. The motto FE RT appears divided across the field to either side of the shield, a traditional Savoyard device of ancient origin. The circular Latin legend surrounding the design references the ruler's titles as Prince of Piedmont and King of Cyprus, with a beaded border encircling the entire composition. |
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| Edge | Plain |
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