Genovino - George Adorno ND (1413-1415) front Genovino - George Adorno ND (1413-1415) back
Genovino - George Adorno ND (1413-1415) photo
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Genovino - George Adorno ND

 
Gold 3.53 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Genoa › Republic of Genoa (1139-1797)
Doge
George Adorno (1413-1415)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1413-1415
Value
1 Genovino = 20 Soldi = 1 Lira
Currency
Genovino (1139-1528)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.53 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#417770
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross pattée in polylobe deorated with trefoils and rosettes. Legend ends with initial of mint official.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: ✠ CONRADVS : REX : ROMANOR : I :

Lettering (regular font): ✠ CONRADVS : REX : ROMANOR : I :

Translation: Conrad, king of the Romans

Comment

Minor legend variants exist, and pairs of mint master intials (obverse/reverse) are known as in the date table.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Genovino - George Adorno ND (1413-1415) coin from Genoa is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the letters "S.G." (short for "Senatus Genovensis") located above the coat of arms on the obverse side of the coin. This shield was added to the coin's design to signify the coin's issuance by the Senate of Genoa, which was a powerful governing body in the Republic of Genoa during that time. This feature sets the coin apart from other coins issued during the same period and adds to its historical significance.