1 Quattro, 4 Denari 1794-1797 front 1 Quattro, 4 Denari 1794-1797 back
1 Quattro, 4 Denari 1794-1797 photo
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1 Quattro, 4 Denari

 
Copper 1.50 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Genoa › Republic of Genoa (1139-1797)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1794-1797
Value
4 Denari (1⁄480)
Currency
Scudo (1528-1797)
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.50 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#60554
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Value and date on three lines.

Lettering:
D.
QUATTRO
1793

Comment

KM# 235 has value written as QUATRO with one "T".

TYPE I: Ornate oval shield, bigger
TYPE II: "Heart shape" shield, smaller

Type I and II may have different lettering.

Interesting fact

The 1 Quattro, 4 Denari coin from Genoa, made of Copper and weighing 1.50g, is interesting because it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in the region. The Republic of Genoa, which had been in existence since 1139, was coming to an end in the late 18th century, and this coin was minted during that transition period. It's a tangible piece of history that connects us to the past and the events that shaped the world we live in today.