1 Grosso - Gabriele ND (1537-1548) front 1 Grosso - Gabriele ND (1537-1548) back
1 Grosso - Gabriele ND (1537-1548) photo
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1 Grosso - Gabriele ND

 
Silver 2.23 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Marquisate of Saluzzo (Italian States)
Marquess
Gian Gabriele I (1537-1548)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1537-1548
Value
1 Grosso
Currency
Testone
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.23 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#234774
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross pattée with "G" and"M" in cantons.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
⋆ DATVM ⋆ OPTIMVM ⋆ DESVRSVM ⋆ EST ⋆
G M G M

Interesting fact

The 1 Grosso coin from the Marquisate of Saluzzo was minted during the reign of Gabriele, who was the Marquis of Saluzzo from 1537 to 1548. This coin was made of silver and weighed 2.23 grams, which was a relatively small weight for a coin at that time. Despite its small size, the 1 Grosso coin was an important part of the local economy in the Italian States during the 16th century. It was used for everyday transactions and was also collected by coin enthusiasts. Today, the 1 Grosso coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with some mint conditions selling for thousands of dollars.