1 Cervia - Alberico I Cybo Malaspina 1617-1618 front 1 Cervia - Alberico I Cybo Malaspina 1617-1618 back
1 Cervia - Alberico I Cybo Malaspina 1617-1618 photo
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1 Cervia - Alberico I Cybo Malaspina

 
Silver 2.31 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Massa-Carrara (Italian States)
Duke
Alberic I (Alberico I Cybo) (1568-1623)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1617-1618
Value
1 Cervia (3⁄20)
Currency
Lira
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.31 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#113257
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Stag running to left.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
• VELOCIVS • AD • COELVM •
1617

Comment

A Cervia was also known as a Lupetta, worth 3 Bolognini.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Alberico I Cybo Malaspina, who was the Duke of Massa-Carrara from 1617 to 1618. He was a member of the Cybo-Malaspina family, which was a powerful noble family in Italy during the 17th century. The coin's design was likely meant to promote the Duke's image and reinforce his authority over the region.