Modena Scudo
Italy
1598–1859
Reference data compiled from public catalogs
Estimated Melt Value
$57.23
Based on Silver spot price ($79.11/oz) · 90.0% purity · 25g
Updated 12:48 PM
Collector premium not included
Specifications
| Country | Italy |
| Years Minted | 1598–1859 |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 25 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Shape | Round |
Design
Obverse
Features the portrait of the ruling Duke of Modena.
Reverse
Depicts the coat of arms of the Duchy of Modena.
History & Notable Facts
The Modena Scudo was often struck from silver recycled from melted Spanish reales, a savvy reuse that underscored the Duchy of Modena's trade links in a cash-strapped Europe.
This silver coin, issued between 1598 and 1859, typically featured the profile of the ruling Este duke on one side and the duchy’s coat of arms on the other. Designs evolved with each reign, from Alfonso I's early issues to the later ones under Francesco V, reflecting shifting allegiances and styles. Not every year saw production; records are spotty for the mid-1700s, possibly due to wartime disruptions.
Variations in weight and fineness occurred, making some Scudi rarer than others. If you handle one, note the edge lettering—it's a telltale sign of authenticity, though forgers tried their luck. The Este family might have overdone the portraits; after two centuries, it started to feel repetitive.
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