© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Piastra - Ferdinando I
| Silver | 32.53 g | 41 mm |
| Issuer | Grand Duchy of Tuscany (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Grand duke | Ferdinand I (1587-1609) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1587-1588 |
| Value | 1 Piastra (15⁄2) |
| Currency | Lira (1533-1826) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 32.53 g |
| Diameter | 41 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#391117 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned cross of St. Stephen framed by galero and the balls of the Medici
Script: Latin
Lettering: • A • DNO • FACTVM • EST • ISTVD •
Translation: This is the Lord's doing
Comment
Ferdinando I de' Medici was made a cardinal in 1562 but gave up the role for marriage in 1589, later piastras with his bust would be in armored and draped style to reflect this.
The legend on the reverse is the beginning of proverb 118:23 from the Nova Vulgata
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Piastra coin from the Grand Duchy of Tuscany is that it features an image of Ferdinando I, who was the first Medici Grand Duke of Tuscany, on one side, and the Tuscan coat of arms on the other. This coin was minted during his reign from 1587 to 1588 and was made of silver, weighing 32.53 grams.
