© Numismatica Ranieri
© Numismatica Ranieri
1 Grosso - Franchino II ND
| Silver | 2.25 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Como (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Governor | Franchino Rusca II (1408-1412) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1408-1412 |
| Value | 1 Grosso (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Scudo (?-1796) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.25 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#357417 |
|---|---|
| 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 ABONDIV' CVMANV'
Lettering (regular font): S ABONDIV' CVMANV'
Translation: Saint Abundius of Como
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Grosso - Franchino II ND (1408-1412) coin from Como (Italian States) is that it features a unique design on its reverse side. The coin's reverse depicts a cross fleury, which is a cross with fleur-de-lis at the ends, surrounded by a circle of dots. This design was commonly used on coins during the Middle Ages and was meant to symbolize the connection between the coin's issuer and the Catholic Church. The use of this design on the 1 Grosso coin highlights the strong religious influence on the coinage of the time.
