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© Numismatica Picena
1 Picciolo - Sixtus IV ND
| Billon (.019 silver) | 0.45 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Ancona (Papal States) |
|---|---|
| Pope | Sixtus IV (1471-1484) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1471-1484 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1 Picciolo) (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Groschen (1188-1534) |
| Composition | Billon (.019 silver) |
| Weight | 0.45 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#421441 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Bust of St. Peter with nimbus in front, holding key in right hand and book in left; without circle
Script: Latin
Lettering: S٠PETRVS٠MARCHI
Translation: Saint Peter Marca
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Picciolo coin from Ancona (Papal States) is that it was minted during the reign of Pope Sixtus IV, who was known for his efforts to reform the Catholic Church and his patronage of the arts. The coin's design features an image of the Pope on one side and the coat of arms of Ancona on the other, making it a unique and historically significant piece of currency.