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½ Denier - John Jacob Trivulzio ND
| Copper | 0.36 g | - |
| Issuer | Lordship of Mesocco (Grisons) |
|---|---|
| Lord | John Jacob Trivulzio (Gian Giacomo Trivulzio) (1480-1518) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1487-1518 |
| Value | ½ Denier (1⁄192) |
| Currency | Testone (1487-1549) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 0.36 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#198342 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross fleury.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + TRIVLTI • ...
Interesting fact
The ½ Denier coin from the Lordship of Mesocco (Grisons) is interesting because it was issued during the reign of John Jacob Trivulzio, who was a powerful condottiero, or mercenary captain, in Italy during the late 15th and early 16th centuries. Despite being a military leader, Trivulzio was also a patron of the arts and commissioned works by famous artists such as Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo. This coin, which was made of copper and weighed only 0.36 grams, likely played a significant role in the local economy of the Grisons region during Trivulzio's rule.