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Bagattino /Shield - Ercole II Reggio Emilia ND
| Copper | 0.8 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Modena and Reggio (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Ercole II (1534-1559) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1534-1559 |
| Value | 1 Bagattino = 1 Piccolo (1⁄1920) |
| Currency | Scudo |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 0.8 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#303690 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Shield of Reggio
Script: Latin
Lettering: . REGIVM . LEPIDI .
Comment
Diameter (14-16 mm) and weight (0.8 - 1.4 g.) are highly variableInteresting fact
The Bagattino /Shield - Ercole II (Reggio Emilia) ND (1534-1559) coin from the Duchy of Modena and Reggio (Italian States) is notable for its unique design, which features a shield with the initials "E" and "R" on either side, surrounded by a wreath. This design was used to symbolize the unity of the two cities, Modena and Reggio, which were united under the rule of Duke Ercole II d'Este. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea of a strong and unified state, and it has become a popular collector's item among numismatists today.
