© Aurora Numismatica
© Aurora Numismatica
5 Soldi - Alfonso I ND
| Silver | 2.8 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Ferrara (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Alfonso I (1505-1534) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1505-1534 |
| Value | 5 Soldi (¼) |
| Currency | Scudo (1264-1597) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#339194 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Letters IHS in field with omega above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
D IN NOMINE · TVO · SALVVM · ME · FAC
IHS
Unabridged legend: Deus in nomine tuo salvum me fac
Translation: Save me O God by your name
Comment
Reverse legend from Psalm 53: 3Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Soldi coin from the Duchy of Ferrara is that it features an image of Alfonso I, who was also known as Alfonso d'Este, on one side, and the coat of arms of the Este family on the other.
