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1 Bolognino - Francesco I Sforza ND
| Silver | 1.0 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Ascoli (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1433-1446 |
| Value | 1 Grosso |
| Currency | Grosso Agontano |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.0 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#348608 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Letters C V L O arranged in shape of cross around central pellet, within reeded inner circle. Arms of Ascoli above.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
· S · EMID' · D rS
C V L O
Lettering (regular font):
· S · EMID' · D RS
C V L O
Unabridged legend: Santus Emidius de Esculo
Translation: Saint Emygdius of Ascoli
Comment
Variants in legend exist.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Bolognino - Francesco I Sforza ND (1433-1446) coin from Ascoli (Italian States) is that it features a unique design on its reverse side. The coin's reverse depicts a shield with the Sforza family's emblem, a biscione (a serpent devouring a child) surrounded by a wreath, which symbolizes the power and authority of the Sforza dynasty. This design was a common feature on coins issued by Francesco I Sforza, also known as Francesco Sforza, who was the first Duke of Milan and a prominent figure in the Italian Renaissance.