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Giorgino - Francesco I d'Este ND
| Billon | 1.6 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Modena and Reggio (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Francis I (1629-1658) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 1 Giorgino (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Scudo |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.6 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#359195 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Bust of saint Geminian, mitered and robed, in genuflexion, with arms outstretched in the act of praying over the city before him; above him, rays of light. Legend around.
Lettering: PROTEC• NOSTER
Unabridged legend: Protector Noster.
Translation: Our protector.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Engraver: Elia Teseo (1551-1561)https://numismatica-italiana.lamoneta.it/moneta/W-MOFRI/57
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Giorgino - Francesco I d'Este ND from Duchy of Modena and Reggio (Italian States) made of Billon weighing 1.6 g is that it was minted during the reign of Francesco I d'Este, who was the Duke of Modena and Reggio from 1694 to 1737. During his rule, he promoted the arts and sciences, and the coinage of the duchy was no exception. The coin features an elegant design, with the duke's portrait on one side and the coat of arms of the Este family on the other. Despite its small weight, the coin was widely used in the region and remains a popular collector's item among numismatists today.
