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1 Lira - Scipione Gonzaga ND
| Silver | 5 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Bozzolo (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1613-1636 |
| Value | 1 Lira |
| Currency | Lira (1497-1670) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#87606 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
St. Peter with keys.
Script: Latin
Comment
Weight varies: 4.00-6.75 grams.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Lira - Scipione Gonzaga ND (1613-1636) coin from Bozzolo (Italian States) is that it features a unique design on its reverse side. The coin's reverse depicts a crowned shield with the Gonzaga family's coat of arms, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves. This design was a common feature on coins issued by the Gonzaga family during their rule over the Duchy of Mantua and other territories in northern Italy. The use of the Gonzaga family's coat of arms on the coin served as a symbol of their authority and power in the region.
