© Bertolami Fine Arts
© Bertolami Fine Arts
1 Quattrino - Leo X Foligno ND
| Billon | 0.51 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Foligno (Papal States) |
|---|---|
| Pope | Leo X (1513-1521) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1513-1521 |
| Value | 4 Deniers (1 Quattrino) (⅙) |
| Currency | Groschen (1188-1534) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.51 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#331435 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Lion passant facing left, with one paw on the globe
Script: Latin
Lettering: ·IO·
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Quattrino coin from Foligno (Papal States) made of Billon and weighing 0.51g was minted during the reign of Pope Leo X (1513-1521). It's interesting to note that Pope Leo X was known for his love of art and architecture, and during his papacy, he commissioned many famous artists, including Michelangelo and Raphael, to create works for the Vatican. This coin, minted during his reign, is a small but tangible representation of the artistic and cultural achievements of that time.
