1 Grosso (Mint Mark) ND (1337-1621) front 1 Grosso (Mint Mark) ND (1337-1621) back
1 Grosso (Mint Mark) ND (1337-1621) photo
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1 Grosso Mint Mark ND

 
Silver 0.78 g 18.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Ragusa (Croatian States)
Period
Republic (1294-1803)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1337-1621
Value
1 Grosso (1⁄60)
Currency
Tallero (1294-1803)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.78 g
Diameter
18.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#128264
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

Christ standing with aureole around his head. Around ellipse shaped figure. Lettering at both outer sides of figure.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: IC XC

Lettering (regular font): IC XC

Translation: Jesus Christ

Edge

Irregular smooth

Comment

This type of coin was minted from 1337 to 1621.

Under right arm of St. Blasius there is always mint mark that indicates approximate year of mintage. It is possible that mint mark is indicating specific order of certain merchant or nobleman etc. who wanted to have its own mark on the coin.

Here is the list of all known mint marks and approximate time of minting:
(use letter in circle to correctly input which mint mark there is on your coin)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Grosso coin from the Republic of Ragusa is that it was used as a form of currency in the 14th to 17th centuries, and its design features a unique blend of medieval and Renaissance elements, reflecting the cultural influences of the region at that time.