© Numismatica Varesi
© Numismatica Varesi
2 Grossi Saint in door ND
| Silver | 2.0 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Pavia (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Commune (1160-1359) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1299-1323 |
| Value | 2 Grosso (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Lira |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.0 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#400366 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Saint Syr standing, nimbate, holding crozier, in doorway. Legend starts at left with first word retrograde.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SANCTVS SYRVS
Unabridged legend: Santus Syrus
Translation: Saint Syr (Cyr)
Comment
According to MEC XII (discussion p.519-523 and Table 50), the Saint Cyr type with weight about 2 grams dates to 1299-1323.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Saint Augustine, the patron saint of Pavia, on one side, and a depiction of the city's coat of arms on the other. This coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Louis IV, also known as Louis the Bavarian, who ruled the Holy Roman Empire from 1314 to 1347.
