© InAsta
© InAsta
¼ Grosso - Giovanni IV Paleologo ND
| Billon | 0.9 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Montferrat (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Marquess | John IV Palaeologus (1445-1464) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1445-1464 |
| Value | ¼ Grosso (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Fiorino |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.9 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#240213 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross fleury.
Lettering: ✠ ❀ MONTISFERATI · T C ❀
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Giovanni IV Paleologo, who was the last reigning monarch of the Paleologus dynasty, a noble family that ruled Montferrat from the 14th to the 15th century. Despite being a small coin, it has a rich history and is a valuable piece for collectors of rare coins.
