1 Thaler - Francesco Fieschi
| Silver | 26.5 g | 42 mm |
| Issuer | Marquessate of Masserano (Masserano, Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Marquess | Francesco Filiberto Ferrero-Fieschi (1584-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1612-1613 |
| Value | 1 Tallero |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 26.5 g |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#227003 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle, oval shield of 2-fold arms on breast, date divided to lower left and right, where present, 'F. VIII' in cartouche at bottom
Script: Latin
Lettering: CAROLI• QVINTI•IMPERATOR• GRATIA
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Marquessate of Masserano is that it features an image of St. Francis of Assisi on the reverse side, which was a common motif on coins issued by Francesco Fieschi, the ruler of Masserano at the time. This suggests that Fieschi was a devout Catholic and wanted to promote the values of the Catholic Church through his coinage.
