1 Quattrino - Otto 1557 (1543-1599) front 1 Quattrino - Otto 1557 (1543-1599) back
1 Quattrino - Otto 1557 (1543-1599) photo
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1 Quattrino - Otto

1557 (1543-1599) years
Billon 0.6 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Lucca (Lucca, Italian States)
Period
Republic (1160-1805)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1557 (1543-1599)
Value
1 Quattrino (1⁄700)
Currency
Scudo
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.6 g
Diameter
17 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#305885
Rarity index
84%

Reverse

Large L
last 2 digits of mint year

Script: Latin

Lettering: • VVLTVS • SANCTUS

Unabridged legend: Volto Santo.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Quattrino coin from the Republic of Lucca is that it features an image of Ottone, the ruling Duke of Lucca from 1543 to 1599. The coin was minted during his reign and bears his name, "Otto," on the obverse side, along with the year of minting, "1557." This coin is a rare and valuable piece of numismatic history, providing a glimpse into the political and economic landscape of the Italian States during the 16th century.