1 Gianuino 1668 front 1 Gianuino 1668 back
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1 Gianuino

1668 year
Billon (.417 silver) 2.09 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Genoa › Republic of Genoa (1139-1797)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1668
Value
1 Gianuino (1⁄20)
Currency
Scudo (1528-1797)
Composition
Billon (.417 silver)
Weight
2.09 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#89628
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned shield, date below.

Script: Latin

Lettering: BONIT • VNC • QVINQVE • (signes arabes)

Comment

Reported weights between 1.78 and 2.09 grams.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Gianuino 1668 coin from Genoa is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the letters "S.P.Q.G." (Senatus Populusque Genovensis) which stands for "Senate and People of Genoa." This indicates that the coin was minted by the Republic of Genoa and was a symbol of the city-state's independence and sovereignty.