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Denier "Provisino" - Cola Di Rienzo ND
1347 year| Billon | 0.43 g | 15.50 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Tribune | Cola di Rienzo (1347) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1347 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1 Picciolo) (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Groschen (1188-1534) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.43 g |
| Diameter | 15.50 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#155382 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding cross within circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + ALMVS٠TRIBVNAT'
Unabridged legend: Almus Tribunatus
Translation: Noble Tribune.
Comment
Cola di Rienzo was temporarily tribune of the "commune" of Rome between May, 20 and December, 15 of 1347.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier "Provisino" coin is that it was issued during the reign of Pope Clement VI, who was known for his lavish spending and political intrigue. Despite being made of billon, a relatively inexpensive metal, the coin still features a detailed design, including an image of Cola di Rienzo, a prominent Italian political figure of the time. This coin is a rare example of a papal coinage that was issued during a time of great political and social change in Europe.
