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© CGB
1 Liard - Delfino
1585 year| Billon | 0.8 g | 15.5 mm |
| 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 | 0.8 g |
| Diameter | 15.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#91302 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Cross in center, lettering and date around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIC. IMP. PER. 1585 .
Interesting fact
The 1 Liard - Delfino 1585 coin from the County of Desana (Italian States) is interesting because it was made of Billon, a type of alloy that was commonly used in the production of coins during the Renaissance period. Billon is a mixture 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 transactional activity during its time in circulation.