© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Grosso ND
| Silver | 1.3 g | - |
| Issuer | Asti (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free Republic (1140-1314) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1240-1270 |
| Value | 1 Grosso (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Lira (1095-1553) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#416708 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Word REX arranged in triangle within inner reeded circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
• CVNRADVS II
REX
Translation: Conrad II, King
Comment
Asti struck immobilized types in the name of Conrad II through their entire 200 year coinage.
Day et al. (MEC 12, p. 116) attribute this style of grosso to the middle of the 13th century.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Grosso ND (1240-1270) coin from Asti (Italian States) made of Silver weighing 1.3g is that it features a unique design, with the obverse side bearing the image of a crowned eagle, while the reverse side features a cross with four pelicans, symbolizing the four evangelists. This design was used during the reign of Emperor Frederick II, who ruled the Holy Roman Empire from 1220 to 1250. The coin's silver content and unique design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
