Milan 1787 5 soldi

from the Mountain Groan Collection

This denomination, equal to one fourth of a lira, was struck on occasion starting in 1722. This, the final type, was issued 1780-887. The design prominently features the arms of Milan, derived from the arms of the Visconti, featuring a crowned snake swallowing a child.

Recorded mintage: unknown.

Specification: 1.44-1.52 g, .552 fine silver, 19 mm diameter.

Catalog reference: KM-204.

Sources:

• Michael, Thomas, Standard Catalog of World Coins, 1701-1800, 7th ed., Iola, WI: Krause Publications, 2016.

Link to:

• 1784 5 soldi
• 1784 scudo
• 1787-M crocione
• 1787 zecchino
• 1787-M ½ sovrano
• return to coins of Italy, Milan
• Coins and currency dated 1787