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1 Grosso - Azzone Visconti ND
| Silver | 2.85 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Milan (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Azzone Visconti (1329-1339) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1330-1339 |
| Value | 1 Grosso (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Scudo (?-1796) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.85 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#400029 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Saint Ambrose, nimbate and enthroned, holding crozier and raising right hand in blessing
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: S · AMBROSIVS
Lettering (regular font): S · AMBROSIVS
Unabridged legend: Sanctus Ambrosius
Translation: Saint Ambrose
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Grosso - Azzone Visconti ND (1330-1339) coin from the Duchy of Milan (Italian States) is that it features an image of the ruler, Azzone Visconti, on one side, and the coat of arms of the Visconti family on the other. This coin was minted during Azzone's rule as Lord of Milan, and it is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists today.
