Bagarone - Leo X (Anonymous) ND (1513-1521) front Bagarone - Leo X (Anonymous) ND (1513-1521) back
Bagarone - Leo X (Anonymous) ND (1513-1521) photo
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Bagarone - Leo X Anonymous ND

 
Copper 1.5 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Parma (Papal States)
Pope
Leo X (1513-1521)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1513-1521
Value
1 Denier (1 Picciolo) (1⁄24)
Currency
Groschen (1188-1534)
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.5 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#411033
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Half-length portrait of Saint Hilary facing left.

Lettering: SANCTVS HILARIVS

Translation: Saint Hilary

Comment

In Muntoni it is listed as anonimous attribuited to Adrian VI (XVI Century page 172)

Interesting fact

The Bagarone was a coin introduced by Pope Leo X in 1513, during his papacy, and it was used as a standard circulation coin in the Papal States. The coin was made of copper and had a distinctive design, featuring the papal tiara and keys on one side, and the coat of arms of the Farnese family on the other. The Bagarone was an important coin during its time, as it was used for everyday transactions and was also used to pay taxes and debts. It's an interesting piece of history that gives us a glimpse into the economic and political landscape of the Papal States during the early 16th century.