© Numismatica Varesi
© Numismatica Varesi
½ Teston - Louis III ND
| Silver | 3.8 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Mantua (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Marquess | Louis III (1444-1478) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1445-1478 |
| Value | ½ Testone (⅛) |
| Currency | Scudo |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.8 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#320135 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Reliquary (pyx) of the precious blood
Lettering: ⁕ XPI · SANGVINVS : TABERNACVLVM
Translation: Tabernacle of the blood of Jesus
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Teston coin from the Duchy of Mantua is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the letters "S.M." (Sacra Mantua) on the reverse side, indicating the coin's origin and connection to the Duchy of Mantua.
