1 Parpagliola - Alexander (Parma; young bust) ND (1586-1592) front 1 Parpagliola - Alexander (Parma; young bust) ND (1586-1592) back
1 Parpagliola - Alexander (Parma; young bust) ND (1586-1592) photo
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1 Parpagliola - Alexander Parma; young bust ND

 
Billon 1.6 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Parma and Piacenza (Italian States)
Duke
Alexander Farnese (1586-1592)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1586-1592
Value
1 Parpagliola (⅛)
Currency
Lira (?-1802)
Composition
Billon
Weight
1.6 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#64992
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Helmeted bust of Alexander the Great facing right.

Script: Latin

Lettering: A M SPECVLVUM

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Parpagliola coin from the Duchy of Parma and Piacenza is that it features a young bust of Alexander, which is a unique design element compared to other coins from the same era.