© Numismatica Varesi
© Numismatica Varesi
1 sesino - Guglielmo I Malaspina ND
| Billon | 0.60 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Marquisate of Tresana (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Marquess | William I (Guglielmo I Malaspina) (1528-1580) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1528-1580 |
| Value | 1 Sesino (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Lira |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.60 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#432716 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
(fr) Légende circulaire, Saint François debout de face auréolé qui tient dans la main droite un long bâton terminé par une étoile.
Script: Latin
Lettering: • SANTVS • FRANC : D • PAV • A • NO •
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Guglielmo I Malaspina, who was the Marquis of Tresana from 1528 to 1580. During his rule, he implemented various economic and military reforms, which helped to strengthen the Marquisate and increase its prosperity. The coin itself is made of Billon, a type of alloy that was commonly used in the production of coins during that time period. It weighs 0.60 grams and is a standard circulation coin, indicating that it was widely used in everyday transactions within the Marquisate.
