½ Fiorino of 6 denari ND (1315-1324) front ½ Fiorino of 6 denari ND (1315-1324) back
½ Fiorino of 6 denari ND (1315-1324) photo
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½ Fiorino of 6 denari ND

 
Silver 0.85 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Florence (Italian States)
Period
Republic of Florence (1115-1532)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1315-1324
Value
6 Denari (1⁄40)
Currency
Fiorino (1115-1532)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.85 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#415033
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Facing bust of Saint John the Baptist with beaded halo, his right hand raised in blessing, with left hand holding an staff with cross leaning on the shoulder. All within beaded circle

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ • S • IOHANNES • B • 🞹•

Unabridged legend: Sanctus Johannes Baptista

Translation: Saint John the Baptist

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Fiorino of 6 denari ND (1315-1324) from Republic of Florence (Italian States) is that it was minted during the reign of King Giovanni di Lussemburgo (John of Luxembourg), who was the last ruler of the House of Luxembourg and played a significant role in shaping the political and economic landscape of Italy during his time.