Italian States - 2nd Roman Republic (1848 - 1849). 40 Baiocchi, 1849R (One Year Type). Obverse: Eagle in wreath, standing on fasces. 20.0000 g, 0.2000 Silver (Billon), .1286 Oz. ASW., 35mm. Mintage: 153,500 units. Edge: Plain. UNC. The Roman Republic was a short-lived (4 months) state established on February 8, 1849 when the theocratic Papal States were temporarily overthrown by a democratic revolution. Note: Roman Republic series is seriously undervalued in Krause. Rare in type & condition.