1 Follaro Type 3 ND
| Copper | 1.87 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Ragusa (Croatian States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1294-1803) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1452-1612 |
| Value | 1 Follaro (1⁄1800) |
| Currency | Tallero (1294-1803) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.87 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#76311 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Three towers with town gate. Lettering around.
Lettering: CIVITAS RACVSII
Translation: City of Ragusa
Comment
There are various editions of this coin:Head:
Man or woman with long hair or completely without them. Wreath on the head with one or two ribbons with or without knots.
Lettering type:
Semi Gothic style or Gothic style or Latin style facing to the right or to the left. With one or two dots or stars or without them.
Towers:
High massif wall or wall made of stone. Different roofs or tower heights. Different gates.
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Interesting fact
The 1 Follaro coin from the Republic of Ragusa (Croatian States) was used as a form of currency during the Renaissance period, specifically between 1452 and 1612. It was made of copper and weighed 1.87 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. The coin's design featured the image of Saint Blaise, the patron saint of Dubrovnik (the capital city of Ragusa), on one side, and the coat of arms of the Republic of Ragusa on the other. The coin was widely used for trade and commerce within the region and was also accepted as legal tender in other parts of Europe. Despite its small size, the 1 Follaro coin played a big role in the economy of the time and is now a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
