© Bertolami Fine Arts
© Bertolami Fine Arts
1 Denaro / Picciolo - Anonymous Bartolomeus ND
| Billon | 0.6 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | City of Fermo (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Autonomous municipality (1220-1352, 1455-1513) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1220-1352 |
| Value | 1 Picciolo (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Grosso Agontano |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.6 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#369818 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Three letters arranged in triangle around central dot, within beaded inner circle.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
✠ · S · BARTOLOM ·
EVS
Lettering (regular font):
✠ · S · BARTOLOM ·
EVS
Unabridged legend: Sanctus Batolomeus
Translation: Saint Bartolomew
Comment
A variety with a cross pattée is also known (CNI XIII, p.321, 20):© InAsta
This is one of the few medieval coins to invoke the name of the apostle Saint Bartholomew.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Italy, particularly in the city of Fermo. The coin's minting period, 1220-1352, saw the rise of city-states and the decline of feudalism, which had a significant impact on trade and commerce. The use of billon, a copper and silver alloy, was also a common practice during this time, as it was a more affordable alternative to pure silver or gold coins. Despite its small weight of 0.6 grams, this coin played an important role in the local economy of Fermo and surrounding regions, facilitating everyday transactions and exchange of goods.
