1 Grosso ND (1240-1260) front 1 Grosso ND (1240-1260) back
1 Grosso ND (1240-1260) photo
© Bertolami Fine Arts

1 Grosso ND

 
Silver 1.07 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Acqui (Italian States)
Period
Independent comune (1135-1278)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1240-1260
Value
1 Grosso = 12 Denari (1⁄20)
Currency
Lira (1135–1300)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.07 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#224705
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

✠ AQVEИᔕIᔕ

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ AQVEИᔕIᔕ

Interesting fact

The 1 Grosso coin from the City of Acqui (Italian States) was minted during the 13th century, and it features an image of the city's patron saint, Saint Victor, on one side, and the coat of arms of the city on the other. The coat of arms includes three towers, which represent the three hills on which the city was built. The coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time, and it weighs 1.07 grams. Despite its small size, this coin is a significant piece of history and a reminder of the rich cultural heritage of the City of Acqui.