1 Grossone - Eugene IV ND (1431-1447) front 1 Grossone - Eugene IV ND (1431-1447) back
1 Grossone - Eugene IV ND (1431-1447) photo
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1 Grossone - Eugene IV ND

 
Silver 3.9 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Bologna (Papal States)
Pope
Eugene IV (Eugenius IV) (1431-1447)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1431-1447
Value
1 Groschen (1 Grosso)
Currency
Groschen (1188-1534)
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.9 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#347673
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Full-length standing, nimbate figures of Saint Peter (left) holding keys, and Saint Paul (right) holding sword and book. Legend begins at 10:00.

Script: Latin

Lettering: S PE ✠ S PA ✠ BONONIA ✠

Unabridged legend: Sanctus Petrus Sanctus Paulus Bononia

Translation: Saint Peter, Saint Paul, Bologna

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Grossone coin from Bologna (Papal States) made of Silver weighing 3.9g is that it was minted during the reign of Pope Eugene IV, who was known for his efforts to reform the Catholic Church and promote the arts. This coin may have been used to promote the Pope's agenda and spread his message throughout the Papal States.