© H. D. Rauch
© H. D. Rauch
Denaro piccolo - Francis II ND
| Billon (.012 silver) | 0.29 g | - |
| Issuer | Lordship of Padova (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Commune (1271-1328) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1402-1405 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Billon (.012 silver) |
| Weight | 0.29 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#415722 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Flower.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ C · I · V · I · t · A · S ⸰
Lettering (regular font): ✠ C · I · V · I · T · A · S ⸰
Translation: City
Comment
In MEC Vol. 12 (p.605-606), Day et al. attribute this coin to a 1402 mint ordinance of Francesco II which specified a denaro of about 12% silver.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denaro piccolo - Francis II ND (1402-1405) from Lordship of Padova (Italian States) is that it was made of Billon, a type of alloy that contains a small amount of silver (0.012 silver), yet still maintains a relatively low weight of 0.29 grams. This suggests that the coin was designed to be a lightweight, portable, and easily accessible form of currency for everyday transactions, making it an interesting piece of numismatic history.
