1 Grosso - Boniface IX ND (1389-1404) front 1 Grosso - Boniface IX ND (1389-1404) back
1 Grosso - Boniface IX ND (1389-1404) photo
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1 Grosso - Boniface IX ND

 
Silver 2.57 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Papal States
Pope
Boniface IX (Bonifacius IX) (1389-1404)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1389-1404
Value
1 Groschen (1 Grosso)
Currency
Groschen (1188-1534)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.57 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#300777
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Two keys crossed in saltire

Script: Latin

Lettering: + · SAnCTVS :  : PETRVS :

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Grosso - Boniface IX ND (1389-1404) coin from Papal States is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the letters "S.P.Q.R." (Senatus Populusque Romanus) which represents the Roman Senate and People. This symbolizes the connection between the Papal States and the ancient Roman Empire.