1 Grosso - Azzone Visconti ND (1335-1339) front 1 Grosso - Azzone Visconti ND (1335-1339) back
1 Grosso - Azzone Visconti ND (1335-1339) photo
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1 Grosso - Azzone Visconti ND

 
Silver 2.7 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Como (Italian States)
Governor
Azzone Visconti (1335-1339)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1335-1339
Value
1 Grosso (1⁄60)
Currency
Scudo (?-1796)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.7 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#357452
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Saint Abundius, nimbate and seated, wearing miter, holding crozier in left hand, and raising right hand in blessing.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: • S' • aBONDiVS ✿

Lettering (regular font): • S' • ABONDIVS ✿

Unabridged legend: Sanctus Abundius

Translation: Saint Abundius

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Grosso - Azzone Visconti ND (1335-1339) coin from Como (Italian States) is that it features a unique depiction of the ruler, Azzone Visconti, on the obverse side. Instead of the typical portrait of the ruler, the coin features a depiction of Azzone Visconti holding a scepter and a shield with the Visconti family crest. This distinctive design was used to symbolize the ruler's power and authority.