© Numismatica Ranieri
© Numismatica Ranieri
1 Grosso - John Visconti ND
| Silver | 2.7 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Milan (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | John Visconti (1349-1354) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1349-1354 |
| Value | 1 Grosso (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Scudo (?-1796) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.7 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#400145 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Standing, nimbate facing figures of Saints Gervasius (left) and Protasius (right) each holding a palm frond. Vertical inscription between them.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· S · GERVASI' · S · PROTASI'
IOh'S VICECO'ES
Unabridged legend:
Sanctus Gervasius Sanctus Protasius
Iohannes Vicecomes
Translation:
Saint Gervasius Saint Protasius
John Visconti
Comment
The majority of these coins appearing in auctions have been clipped and weigh between 2 - 2.6 grams, probably relating to the devaluation of the grosso in the next reign to 1 ½ soldi..
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Grosso coin from the Duchy of Milan is that it features an image of the ruler, John Visconti, on one side, and a depiction of the Virgin Mary and the Christ child on the other. This coin was minted during Visconti's reign from 1349 to 1354 and was used as a standard circulation coin in the Italian States. Despite its small size, weighing only 2.7 grams, it is a significant historical artifact that provides insight into the political and religious beliefs of the time.
