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Baiocchella - Rodolfo Fano type ND
Billon | 1.0 g | - |
Issuer | Castiglione Delle Stiviere (Italian States) |
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Marquess | Rodolfo (1586-1593) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1586-1593 |
Value | 1 Baiocchella |
Currency | Lira |
Composition | Billon |
Weight | 1.0 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#397082 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mary standing on an upturned crescent moon.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ITER • PARA • TVTVM •
Interesting fact
The Baiocchella - Rodolfo (Fano type) coin from Castiglione Delle Stiviere (Italian States) is notable for its unique design, which features a depiction of a mythical creature known as a "baiocco" on one side, and a portrait of Rodolfo, the ruler of the region, on the other. The baiocco is a mythical creature that is said to have the body of a lion, the tail of a serpent, and the head of an eagle, and it is believed to symbolize strength, courage, and wisdom. The coin's design is a reflection of the region's rich history and cultural heritage, and it is a popular collector's item among numismatists.