Denaro Piccolo - James II of Carrara ND (1345-1350) front Denaro Piccolo - James II of Carrara ND (1345-1350) back
Denaro Piccolo - James II of Carrara ND (1345-1350) photo
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Denaro Piccolo - James II of Carrara ND

 
Billon 0.25 g 12 mm
Description
Issuer
Lordship of Padova (Italian States)
Lord
James II (1345-1350)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1345-1350
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Denier
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.25 g
Diameter
12 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#415906
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Letter I with knob in center and four balls on tips, within inner circle.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering:
✠ CIVITAS
I

Lettering (regular font):
✠ CIVITAS
I

Translation:
City
James (Iacobus)

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Denaro Piccolo - James II of Carrara ND (1345-1350) coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the Italian States. The Lordship of Padova, where the coin was minted, was a significant commercial center in the region, and the coin was likely used for everyday transactions. Despite its small size and relatively low value, the coin is a valuable piece of history that provides insight into the economic and political climate of the time.