Republic of Genoa 2 Lire, 1793 – 1796
Information
Country
Republic of Genoa
Republic of Genoa
Currency
Scudo
(1528 – 1797)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
2 Lire
Year
1793 – 1796
Composition
Silver (.888)
Shape
Round
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Weight (g)
8.32
Diameter (mm)
29
Demonetized
Yes
Description
2 Lire from Republic of Genoa. Issued from 1793 to 1796. Struck in Silver (.888). Measures 29 mm and weighs 8.32 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned rectangular arms with griffins at side as supporters. Shield and supporters perch on a base with lion head below.
- Reverse
- Saint John the Baptist blessing with his right, while on his left hand holds cross with a banner.
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