1/2 Grano - Filippo V - Visit to Naples of King

€1.00
IssuerNaples, Kingdom of
Year1702
TypeCommemorative circulation coin
Value1/2 Grano (1⁄240)
CurrencyPiastra (1266-1812)
CompositionCopper
Weight3.3 g
Dimensions23 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound
OrientationCoin alignment ↑↓
Engraver(s)Antonio Maria De Gennaro
In circulation to
Reference(s)
Obverse descriptionThe king on horseback facing left. Legend around and date in exergue.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringPHILIPPVS. V. HISPANIARVM. ET. VTRIVSQ: SIC: REX. 1702
(Translation: Philip V, king of Spain and of both Sicilies 1702)
Reverse descriptionPartenope galeata (or Minerva) sitting with a cornucopia in his hand and a spear in the other, at the bottom the coat of arms of Naples, and behind the Vesuvius. In exergue NEAP (Naples).
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringADVENTVI PRINCIPIS FELICISSIMO NEAP
(Translation: I arrived very happy with the princes. Naples)
EdgePlain
Mint
Mintage1702  - -
Catalog ID8710182680
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