Corsica Demi-écu, 1736
mezzo scudo
Information
Country
Corsica
Corsica
Currency
Lira
(1736 – 1769)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Demi-écu
Year
1736
Ruler
Theodore I
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
12
Diameter (mm)
33
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Demi-écu from Corsica. Issued in 1736. Struck in Silver. Measures 33 mm and weighs 12 g.
- Obverse
- The three rings of the Neuhoff coat of arms and the head of King Theodore in profile to the right, beneath a royal crown interrupting the inner circle of grenetis and the legend, within an outer circle of grenetis.
- Reverse
- The Immaculate Virgin, facing front and nimbed with five stars, a half-moon under her feet, with the vintage on either side. The legend between two circles of greneti.
- Edge
- Plain.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1736 | — | (fr) 80 exemplaires frappés dont 8 retrouvés |
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