© Bertolami Fine Arts
© Bertolami Fine Arts
1 Denaro / Picciolo - Ludovico Migliorati ND
| Billon | 0.4 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | City of Fermo (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Louis Migliorati (Ludovico Migliorati) (1425-1428) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1425-1428 |
| Value | 1 Picciolo (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Grosso Agontano |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.4 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#369766 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Letters V C S arranged in triangle, within inner circle.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
🞲 : D' LODOVI
V C S
Lettering (regular font):
🞲 : D' LODOVI
V C S
Unabridged legend: Dominus Lodovicus
Translation: Lord Louis
Comment
Variants in legend exist.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Ludovico Migliorati, who was a powerful condottiero (mercenary captain) that ruled the city of Fermo in the Italian States during the 15th century. Despite being a military leader, Migliorati was also known for his interest in the arts and culture, and he supported the development of humanism in the city. This coin, which features the image of a knight on horseback, may have been minted to commemorate one of Migliorati's military victories or to promote the city's economy.
