© Nomisma
© Nomisma
1 quarto - Anonyme des Radicati ND
| Billon | 0.51 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | County of Cocconato (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1581-1598 |
| Value | ¼ Sol (Quarto) (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Lire |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.51 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#434783 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
(fr) Croix mauricienne dans un double quadrilobe.
Comment
(fr)Monnaie anonyme de la famille Radicati imitant les quarto de Savoie.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during a time of great economic and political change in Italy. The County of Cocconato was a small state located in the region of Piedmont, and the issuance of this coin reflects the growing influence of the Radicati family, who were prominent merchants and bankers in the area. The use of billon, a copper and silver alloy, was also a common practice during this time period, as it was a more affordable alternative to pure silver or gold coins.
