1 Imperial Denaro ND (1248-1322) front 1 Imperial Denaro ND (1248-1322) back
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1 Imperial Denaro ND

 
Billon 0.75 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Parma (Italian States)
Ruling authority
Autonomous Republic, 1st Period (1248-1322)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1248-1322
Value
Imperial denaro (1⁄120)
Currency
Lira
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.75 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#430150
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross pattée with pellet in 1st and 4th quarter, within reeded circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ IMPERATOR

Comment

Weight is variable, ranging from about 0.55 to 0.85 grams.

 

CNI IX (p.401)  places this type after 1302.

Interesting fact

The 1 Imperial Denaro coin from the City of Parma (Italian States) made of Billon and weighing 0.75g is interesting because it was issued during the reign of Emperor Frederick II, who was known for his extensive reforms and military conquests. This coin was likely used in everyday transactions during that time and provides a glimpse into the economic and monetary systems of the city and its surroundings.