© H. D. Rauch
© H. D. Rauch
1 Grosso - Balsa III Durdevic ND
| Silver | 0.91 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Zeta (Montenegrin States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Balsha III (Balša III) (1403-1421) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1403-1421 |
| Value | 1 Grosso |
| Currency | Groschen (1403-1421) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.91 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#231445 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
St Lawrence standing within mandorla, holding censer and bible.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: S LAVREnCIVS m
Lettering (regular font): S LAVRENCIVS M
Edge
Rough
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Grosso - Balsa III Durdevic ND (1403-1421) coin from Principality of Zeta (Montenegrin States) is that it features a unique blend of Christian and Islamic influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears an image of the Virgin Mary, while the reverse side features an Arabic inscription reading "There is no god but Allah, and Muhammad is the messenger of Allah." This blending of religious motifs reflects the complex cultural and religious landscape of the region during the time period in which the coin was minted.
