1 Bolognino - Francesco Sforza ND (1434-1446) front 1 Bolognino - Francesco Sforza ND (1434-1446) back
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1 Bolognino - Francesco Sforza ND

 
Silver 1.0 g 18 mm
Description
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
References
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.