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1 Bolognino - Francesco Sforza ND
| Silver | 1.0 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | City of Fermo (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Marquess | Francis I Sforza (Francesco I Sforza) (1434-1446) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1434-1446 |
| 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#369765 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Letters O M E S arranged in shape of cross around central pellet, within reeded inner circle. Legend begins with serpent.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
· CO · F · VICEC
O M E S
Lettering (regular font):
· CO · F · VICEC
O M E S
Unabridged legend: Francesco Vicecomes
Translation: Francesco Visconti
Comment
Variants in legend exist.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Bolognino - Francesco Sforza ND (1434-1446) coin from the City of Fermo (Italian States) is that it features an image of a shield with the emblem of the Sforza family, who were powerful rulers in Renaissance Italy. The Sforza family played a significant role in shaping the political and cultural landscape of Italy during the 15th and 16th centuries, and their emblem has become a symbol of the region's rich history and heritage.