


© V.L. Nummus
1 Bolognino Romano - Gregory XI ND
Silver | 1.15 g | 17 mm |
Issuer | Papal States |
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Pope | Gregory XI (Gregorius XI) (1370-1378) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1370-1377 |
Value | 1 Bolognino |
Currency | Groschen (1188-1534) |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 1.15 g |
Diameter | 17 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-09 |
Numista | N#242479 |
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Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
The letters "V R B I" arranged in a cross pattern around a central globe.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
+ DE٠ROMA
V R B I
Translation: Of City of Rome
Edge
Plain
Comment
Many varieties exist with different symbols.Interesting fact
The Bolognino Romano was a coin used in the Papal States during the 14th century, and it was one of the first coins to feature a portrait of the Pope. In this case, the coin features a portrait of Pope Gregory XI, who was the Pope from 1370 to 1377. The coin was made of silver and weighed 1.15 grams. It's interesting to note that the use of portraits on coins became a common practice in the centuries that followed, and it's still a feature of many coins today.