1 Sestino - Juana I ND (1516-1519) front 1 Sestino - Juana I ND (1516-1519) back
1 Sestino - Juana I ND (1516-1519) photo

1 Sestino - Juana I ND

 
Copper 2.1 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Naples (Italian States)
Queen
Joanna I the Mad (1516-1555)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1516-1519
Value
1 Sestino (1⁄720)
Currency
Piastra (1266-1812)
Composition
Copper
Weight
2.1 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#51199
Rarity index
78%

Reverse

Jerusalem cross in circle

Script: Latin

Lettering: IVSTVS. REX.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Sestino coin from the Kingdom of Naples is that it features an image of Queen Juana I, also known as Joanna of Aragon, who was the queen consort of King Ferdinand II of Aragon and the mother of Charles V, the Holy Roman Emperor. She played an important role in the politics of the time and was known for her intelligence, diplomacy, and strong will.