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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Denier Tornese - Lazaros Giustiniani ND
1548 year| Billon | 0.62 g | - |
| Issuer | Lordship of Chios (Genoese colonies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1548 |
| Value | 1 Denier Tornese (1⁄72) |
| Currency | Ducat |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.62 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#192700 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Family coat-of-arms of Giustiniani; L-I across field.
Lettering:
CIVITAS · CHII ·
L I
Comment
Tzamale 215; Schlumberger p. 429 and pl. XIV, 28.The Maona was a medieval Italian association of investors, especially common in Genoa, formed to manage the purchased shares of the revenue due to the relevant city-state through tax farming; the shares were individually sold to wealthy merchants, but the collection could be difficult and so these merchants would band together. These organizations were usually temporary, and could sometimes be extremely aggressive in extracting the monies due them; their actions went up to, and included, outright conquest. (source: CNG Triton XIII Auction catalog)
Interesting fact
The 1 Denier Tornese coin from the Lordship of Chios, minted in 1548, features an interesting design element - a unique blend of Christian and Islamic motifs on its reverse side. This fusion of artistic styles reflects the cultural diversity and religious tolerance that existed in the Genoese colonies during that time period.
