© Numismatica Varesi
© Numismatica Varesi
1 Sesino - Second Republic ND
| Billon | 1 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Milan (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Golden Ambrosian Republic (1447-1450) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1447-1450 |
| Value | 1 Sesino (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Scudo (?-1796) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#82768 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Bust of Saint Ambrose with whip and pastoral, a flower on the chest
Lettering: .S.AMBROSIV.MEDIOLANI.
Comment
Reference # Crippa-3Interesting fact
The 1 Sesino coin from the Second Republic of Milan (1447-1450) was made of Billon, a metal alloy that contains a small amount of silver, but primarily consists of copper and other base metals. Despite being made of a less valuable metal, the coin still held significant value in its time and was widely used in trade and commerce. This highlights the resourcefulness and adaptability of the Milanese people during a period of economic and political change.
