© CGB
© CGB
1 Parpagliola - Charles Emmanuel I 1st type
| Billon | 1.6 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Savoy (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Charles Emmanuel I the Great (1580-1630) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1580-1586 |
| Value | 1 Parpagliola (0.0875) |
| Currency | Lira |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.6 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#139993 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Saint Maurice's and Saint Lazarus' crosses
Script: Latin
Lettering: + • D • G • DVX • SABAVDIE • 1581 • E • D
Translation:
By God's grace, Duke of Savoy
(Mint master's initials)
Comment
Mint signs:*: Chambéry
B: Bourg En Bresse
Mint masters:
ED : Emanuele Diano
FD : Filiberto Diano
IM : Giovannino Miretto
MG : Michele Grobert
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Parpagliola coin is that it was issued during the reign of Charles Emmanuel I, who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to centralize power in the Duchy of Savoy. The coin's design features an image of the Duke on horseback, surrounded by an ornate border, and was minted in Turin, the capital city of the Duchy. Despite its relatively small denomination, the coin was made of billon, a type of alloy that was commonly used for coins during this period, and weighed 1.6 grams. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of numismatic history, providing a glimpse into the economic and political climate of 16th-century Italy.
