© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
1 Testone - Cosimo I
| Silver | 9.08 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Grand Duchy of Tuscany (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1565-1566 |
| Value | 1 Testone = 2 Lire |
| Currency | Lira (1533-1826) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 9.08 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#119333 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
St. John seated.
Script: Latin
Lettering: •S• IOHANNES BATISTA•
Translation: St. John the Baptist (patron saint of FLorence)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Testone - Cosimo I 1565-1566 coin from the Grand Duchy of Tuscany is that it features a unique design element: a small shield with the letter "C" on the reverse side, which stands for "Cosimo," the name of the ruling Medici family's first Grand Duke, Cosimo I. This coin was minted during his reign, which lasted from 1565 to 1566, and it was a significant departure from the standard coin designs of the time, which typically featured religious symbols or images of rulers. The inclusion of the letter "C" on the coin was a nod to the powerful Medici family and their influence over the region.
