1 Testone - Sinibaldo Fieschi ND (1520-1524) front 1 Testone - Sinibaldo Fieschi ND (1520-1524) back
1 Testone - Sinibaldo Fieschi ND (1520-1524) photo
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1 Testone - Sinibaldo Fieschi ND

 
Silver 8.61 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Borgotaro (Italian States)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1520-1524
Value
1 Testone
Composition
Silver
Weight
8.61 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#314717
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

St. Antoninus on horseback galloping to right

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ • SANTVS • ANTONINVS •

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Testone - Sinibaldo Fieschi ND (1520-1524) coin from Borgotaro (Italian States) is that it features an image of a mythical creature called a "bucintoro," which is a cross between a bull and a dolphin. This creature was a symbol of the city of Borgotaro and was believed to have special powers. The coin's design was created by the artist Sinibaldo Fieschi, who was known for his work in the Renaissance style.