1 Picciolo - Leo X ND (1513-1521) front 1 Picciolo - Leo X ND (1513-1521) back
1 Picciolo - Leo X ND (1513-1521) photo
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1 Picciolo - Leo X ND

 
Billon 0.51 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Ancona (Papal States)
Pope
Leo X (1513-1521)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1513-1521
Value
1 Denier (1 Picciolo) (1⁄24)
Currency
Groschen (1188-1534)
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.51 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#350518
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Crossed keys, the Tiara above

Script: Latin

Lettering: ◦ MARCHIA ◦

Interesting fact

The 1 Picciolo coin from Ancona (Papal States) made of Billon and weighing 0.51g is interesting because it was issued during the reign of Pope Leo X (1513-1521), who was known for his love of art and architecture. This coin may have been used to fund some of the papal state's artistic projects during that time.