© Numismatik Naumann GmbH
© Numismatik Naumann GmbH
Anonymous Grossetto ND
| Silver | 0.6 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Ragusa (Croatian States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1294-1803) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1400-1500 |
| Value | 1 Grosso (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Tallero (1294-1803) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.6 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#236469 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
St. Blase standing facing, holding croizer and raising hand in benediction; R to left, cadethral model on breast
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: S BLASIVS RAGVSII
Lettering (regular font): S BLASIVS RAGVSII
Comment
Barac 44Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Anonymous Grossetto coin from the Republic of Ragusa (Croatian States) is that it was used as a form of currency during a time when the city-state was an important center of trade and commerce in the Mediterranean region. The coin's silver content and intricate design made it a valuable and reliable form of currency, and it was likely used to facilitate transactions and trade agreements between merchants and traders from different parts of Europe.
