1 Follaro - Civil Issue ND (1375-1400) front 1 Follaro - Civil Issue ND (1375-1400) back
1 Follaro - Civil Issue ND (1375-1400) photo
© SStefanov

1 Follaro - Civil Issue ND

 
Copper 0.72 g 17.5 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Shkodër (Albanian States)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1375-1400
Value
1 Follaro (1⁄30)
Currency
Grosso
Composition
Copper
Weight
0.72 g
Diameter
17.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#231442
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Coat of arms, * S * above a cross-hatched field with a diamond-shaped pattern

Lettering: * S *

Edge

Rough

Interesting fact

The 1 Follaro coin from the City of Shkodër (Albanian States) was minted during the 14th century, and it features an image of a crowned eagle on one side and a cross on the other. The eagle symbolized the power and authority of the city's rulers, while the cross represented the Christian faith that was prevalent in the region at the time. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact that provides insight into the history and culture of medieval Albania.