© Bertolami Fine Arts
© Bertolami Fine Arts
½ Grosso - Gregory XV Wreath reverse
| Silver | 0.7 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Ferrara (Papal States) |
|---|---|
| Pope | Gregory XV (Gregorius XV) (1621-1623) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1621-1623 |
| Value | ½ Grosso (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.7 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#364085 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Inscription in three lines inside beaded circle and wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
X
FER
RARI
Æ
Translation: Ferrara
Comment
Example bearing date 1621:© InAsta Spa
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Grosso - Gregory XV (Wreath reverse) coin from Ferrara (Papal States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Pope Gregory XV, who was instrumental in reforming the Catholic Church and its finances. The coin's design, featuring a wreath on the reverse side, was a new design element introduced during this period and was meant to symbolize the Papal States' growing power and influence. Despite its small size and relatively low denomination, the coin was made of silver, indicating the value placed on precious metals at the time.
