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1 Denaro ND
| Billon | 0.55 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Milan (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Golden Ambrosian Republic (1447-1450) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1447-1450 |
| Value | 1 Denier (Denaro) (1⁄1440) |
| Currency | Scudo (?-1796) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.55 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#58712 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Head of Saint Ambrose.
Lettering: ✠S·AMBROSIVS·MLI·
Interesting fact
The 1 Denaro coin from the Duchy of Milan (Italian States) was minted during the reign of Duke Francesco I Sforza, who was a powerful and influential ruler in the region. The coin features an image of the Duke on one side and the Milanese coat of arms on the other. The use of billon, a copper and silver alloy, was a common practice during this time period, as it was a more affordable alternative to pure silver or gold coins. Despite its relatively low value, the 1 Denaro coin played an important role in the local economy and was widely used for everyday transactions.
