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Cavallo - Innocentius VIII ND
| Copper | 2.3 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | L'Aquila (Papal States) |
|---|---|
| Pope | Innocent VIII (Innocentius VIII) (1484-1492) |
| Period | Conspiracy of the Barons (1485-1486) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1485-1486 |
| Value | 1 Cavallo (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Groschen (1188-1534) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.3 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#135192 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Crowned eagle facing left
Script: Latin
Lettering: AQVILANA : LIBERTAS
Translation: Freedom of L'Aquila
Edge
Plain
Comment
Minted during the Revolt of the Barons.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Cavallo - Innocentius VIII ND (1485-1486) coin from L'Aquila (Papal States) is that it features a unique design element - a small horse (cavallo) on the obverse side, which gives the coin its name. This design was used during the reign of Pope Innocent VIII, who was known for his love of horses and his efforts to improve the breeding of horses in the Papal States. The coin's design was likely meant to reflect the Pope's interest in horses and to promote the importance of horse breeding in the region.