© Numismatica Varesi
© Numismatica Varesi
Denaro with saint ND
| Billon | 0.5 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Brescia (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Commune (1186-1337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1186-1311 |
| Value | 1 Denier (⅙) |
| Currency | Grosso (1186-1441) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.5 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (scyphate) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#328521 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Forward facing bust of saint (Apollinaris?), nimbate
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMPERATOR
Translation: Emperor
Comment
CNI IV, p.81-82, #35-39Variants in which the saint lacks a halo, and with different spelling reverse are known.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Saint Lucy, the patron saint of Brescia, on one side, while the other side bears the inscription "DENARUS BRIXIENSIS" and the coat of arms of Brescia. This suggests that the coin was minted specifically for use in Brescia and its surrounding territories, and that Saint Lucy held significant importance for the city and its people during this time period.
