1 Petachina ND (1396-1409) front 1 Petachina ND (1396-1409) back
1 Petachina ND (1396-1409) photo
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1 Petachina ND

 
Silver (.500) 1.15 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Lordship of Savona (Italian States)
Lord
Charles VI of France (1396-1409)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1396-1409
Value
1 Petachina
Composition
Silver (.500)
Weight
1.15 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#151608
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Cross surrounded by pearls and legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ MONETA : SAONE :

Comment

(fr)

Le 27 novembre 1396, Charles VI devint seigneur de Gênes. Ce titre incluait aussi la gouvernance de la cité de Savone (Savona), territoire alors sous contrôle gênois. Dans les deux villes des monnaies d'or et d'argent furent émises au nom du roi de France. Cependant en 1409, une révolte du peuple gênois chassa les garnisons françaises de Gênes et de Savone, mettant ainsi fin à cette souveraineté.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Petachina coin from the Lordship of Savona is that it features a unique design on its reverse side. Instead of the typical depiction of a ruler or a coat of arms, the coin features a representation of the "Petas" or "Petachina," which is a traditional Ligurian headdress worn by women. This design was chosen to symbolize the cultural heritage and traditions of the region.