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½ Grosso - Republic Floriate A ND
| Silver | 0.75 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Camerino (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1434-1444) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1434-1444 |
| Value | ½ Grosso |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.75 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#348269 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Letters T I V S around central pellet, within inner circl (s). Mintmaster mark at top.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
🏵 SANTVS 🏵 VeNAN 🏵
T i V S
Lettering (regular font):
🏵 SANTVS 🏵 VENAN 🏵
T I V S
Translation: Saint Venantius
Comment
Varieties exist. There may be a rosette at the base of the A, or dots flanking it. Similar coin with a straight-sided gothic A is a different type.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Pope Eugene IV, who was the Pope from 1431 to 1447. The coin features an image of the Pope on one side and the coat of arms of the city of Camerino on the other. This coin was used as a means of payment and exchange during this time period in the Italian States.
