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1 Grosso - John and Luchino Visconti Cross ND
| Silver | 2.85 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Milan (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Luchino Visconti (1339-1349) John Visconti (1349-1354) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1339-1349 |
| Value | 1 Grosso (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Scudo (?-1796) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.85 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#400080 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Floriate cross within quadrilobe inside a reeded circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ IOhES · Z · LVChINVS · VICECOMITES
Unabridged legend: Sanctus Ambrosius Iohannes Visconti
Translation: Saint Ambrose Giovanni Visconti
Comment
MEC XII places the cross style grosso earlier in this reign than the helmet style.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Grosso coin from the Duchy of Milan is that it features a unique design element - a cross with four pelicans on the reverse side. This design was a symbol of the Visconti family, who ruled Milan during the 14th century, and was used on many of their coins. The use of pelicans on the coin was meant to represent the family's devotion to Christianity and their commitment to charity and selflessness.
