Italy, Savoy Carlo Felice. 1 Lira 1828 Genova (No reserve price)

The 1 Lira coin from 1828, issued under the reign of Carlo Felice of Savoy, represents a fascinating chapter in Italian numismatics. Carlo Felice, Duke of Savoy and King of Sardinia, ruled during a period of political restoration after the Napoleonic Wars. The coinage from this era often carries distinctive design elements reflecting the Kingdom of Sardinia's heritage and the island city of Genoa, where this coin was minted. These coins are significant not only for their monetary role but also for their artistic engravings and historical context tied to early 19th-century Italian states prior to unification. Collectors value these coins for their representation of pre-unification Italy and the craftsmanship of early modern European minting.