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8 Denari
| Billon | 1.04 g | 14.8 mm |
| Issuer | Genoa › Republic of Genoa (1139-1797) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1767-1796 |
| Value | 8 Denari (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Scudo (1528-1797) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.04 g |
| Diameter | 14.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#56518 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Madonna and child.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ET.REGE. / EOS.1796
Edge
Plain
Comment
Varieties exist.Interesting fact
The 8 Denari coin from Genoa, made of Billon and weighing 1.04g, is interesting because it was used as a form of currency during the Republic of Genoa's prosperous era of maritime trade and colonization. The coin's design features the symbol of the Republic, the Cross of St. George, and the coat of arms of the Doge of Genoa, signifying the city's rich history and cultural heritage.
