© Nomisma
© Nomisma
Foghetto - Adrian VI DIVO THOME; Parma ND
| Silver | 2.14 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Parma (Papal States) |
|---|---|
| Pope | Adrian VI (Hadrianus VI) (1522-1523) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1522-1523 |
| Value | ½ Groschen (½ Grosso) |
| Currency | Groschen (1188-1534) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.14 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#382335 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Altar with fire above
Script: Latin
Lettering: ٠PARMEN٠SERVATI٠
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Foghetto - Adrian VI (DIVO THOME; Parma) ND (1522-1523) coin from Parma (Papal States) is that it was minted during the reign of Pope Adrian VI, who was the last non-Italian pope before the Renaissance. Adrian VI was a Dutchman who was elected pope in 1522 and took the name Adrian VI. He was known for his efforts to reform the Catholic Church and his opposition to the corrupt practices of some church officials. Despite his efforts, his papacy was cut short by his death in 1523, and he was succeeded by Pope Clement VII. The coin bearing his name and image is a rare and valuable artifact of this brief but significant period in papal history.
