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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Cornuto - Gabriele ND
| Silver | 4.02 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Marquisate of Saluzzo (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Marquess | Gian Gabriele I (1537-1548) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Years | 1537-1548 |
| Value | 1 Cornuto |
| Currency | Testone |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.02 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#234770 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Saint Constance, holding vessillo (heraldic flag) and riding right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: : S ANCTVS : CONSTANTI :
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Cornuto - Gabriele ND (1537-1548) from Marquisate of Saluzzo (Italian States) made of Silver weighing 4.02g is that it features a unique design element - a small horn-like protrusion on the reverse side, which gives the coin its name "Cornuto" meaning "horned" in Italian. This distinctive feature was added to the coin's design to symbolize the power and strength of the Marquisate of Saluzzo, and it has become a recognizable characteristic of this particular coin.
