1 Liard - Delfino 1585 front 1 Liard - Delfino 1585 back
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1 Liard - Delfino

1585 year
Billon 1.4 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
County of Desana (Italian States)
Count
Delfino Tizzone (1583-1598)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1585
Value
1 Liard (1⁄80)
Currency
Lira
Composition
Billon
Weight
1.4 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#47916
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Cross with lily ends, date at end of legend

Script: Latin

Lettering: SIT. NO. D. BENED. 1585

Comment

Italian imitation in Liguria Conté From Dessana Delfino Tizzonné 1583 to 1592

Interesting fact

The 1 Liard - Delfino 1585 coin from the County of Desana (Italian States) is interesting because it was made of Billon, a metal alloy that was commonly used in the production of coins during the Renaissance period. Billon is a combination of silver and copper, and it was prized for its durability and resistance to wear and tear. The fact that this coin was made of Billon suggests that it was intended for everyday use and circulation, and it likely saw a lot of handling and transactions during its time in circulation. Additionally, the fact that it weighs 1.4 grams indicates that it was a relatively small coin, making it easy to handle and transport.