½ Lira - Alfonso I ND (1505-1534) front ½ Lira - Alfonso I ND (1505-1534) back
½ Lira - Alfonso I ND (1505-1534) photo
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½ Lira - Alfonso I ND

 
Silver 5.47 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Ferrara (Italian States)
Duke
Alfonso I (1505-1534)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1505-1534
Value
½ Lira = 10 Soldi
Currency
Scudo (1264-1597)
Composition
Silver
Weight
5.47 g
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#128777
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Shepherd snatching ewe from mouth of lion.

Script: Latin

Lettering: DE· MANV·LEONIS ·

Interesting fact

The ½ Lira coin from the Duchy of Ferrara, issued during the reign of Alfonso I (1505-1534), features an interesting design element - a crowned shield with the coat of arms of the Este family, who ruled the duchy. This coin was made of silver and weighs 5.47 grams.