1 Testone - Carlo V ND (1535-1556) front 1 Testone - Carlo V ND (1535-1556) back
1 Testone - Carlo V ND (1535-1556) photo
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1 Testone - Carlo V ND

 
Silver 9.5 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Milan (Italian States)
Duke
Charles V (Karl V) (1535-1540)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1535-1556
Value
1 Testone (¼)
Currency
Scudo (?-1796)
Composition
Silver
Weight
9.5 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#305865
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Seated facing figure of St. Ambrose

Script: Latin

Lettering: SA. AMB ROSIVS.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Testone coin from the Duchy of Milan is that it features an image of Emperor Charles V on one side and the coat of arms of the Duchy of Milan on the other. This coin was minted during Charles V's reign, which lasted from 1535 to 1556, and was used as a standard circulation coin in the Italian States. The fact that it is made of silver and weighs 9.5 grams adds to its historical significance and value as a collector's item.