© V.L. Nummus
© V.L. Nummus
1 Piccolo - Anthony II Panciera ND
| Billon | 0.2 g | 10 mm |
| Issuer | Patriarchate of Aquileia (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Patriarch | Anthony II Panciera (Antonio II Panciera) (1402-1412) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1402-1411 |
| Value | 1 Piccolo (1⁄14) |
| Currency | Soldo |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.2 g |
| Diameter | 10 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#412970 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Forked cross dividing legend and inner circle.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: PThA
Lettering (regular font): PTHA
Translation: Patriarch
Comment
According to Bernardi (p.24), the standard fineness for the mid-14th century piccolo was 0.121 at a weight of 0.3 grams, but the existence of heavier examples could also mean the purity was lower.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Piccolo coin from the Patriarchate of Aquileia is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in the region. The Patriarchate of Aquileia was a powerful ecclesiastical state that controlled a large portion of northeastern Italy and parts of modern-day Slovenia and Croatia. During the reign of Anthony II Panciera, the Patriarchate was facing challenges from neighboring powers and was forced to mint its own currency to maintain its economic independence. The 1 Piccolo coin was one of the coins minted during this time and is a rare and valuable collector's item today.
