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1 Grosso - Gian Galeazzo Visconti ND
| Silver (.660) | 2.6 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Milan (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John Galeazzo (1395-1402) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1382-1398 |
| Value | 1 Grosso Pegione (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Scudo (?-1796) |
| Composition | Silver (.660) |
| Weight | 2.6 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#131999 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Saint Ambrose enthroned, nimbate, holding crozier and scourge, an annulet to each side.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S • ABROSIV • • MEDIOLAN •
Translation: Saint Ambrose of Milan
Comment
Variants exist as listed in date table.
The most recent scholarship on this type (MEC XII (2016) interprets D MEDIOLANI as Dominus, not Dux, and places this issue at 1382-1398, early in Gian Galeazzo's solo reign, rather than from 1395 when the Visconti become dukes.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Grosso coin from the Duchy of Milan is that it features an image of Gian Galeazzo Visconti, who was the first Duke of Milan and a powerful figure in 14th century Italy. He played a significant role in the politics and military campaigns of the time, and his legacy can still be seen in the architecture and art of Milan today.
