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Gold Bolognino - Giovanni I Bentivoglio ND
| Gold | 3.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Bologna (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Giovanni II Bentivoglio (1462-1506) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1401-1402 |
| Value | 1 Bolognino d'oro = 1 Ducat (34) |
| Currency | Grosso Agontano |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#347562 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Full-length standing figure of Saint Peter forward, nimbate, holding keys in rght hand and bok in left. Bentivoglio arms in field at left.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: + S +PetrVS D + BONONIa
Lettering (regular font): + S +PETRVS D + BONONIA
Translation: Saint Peter of Bologna
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Gold Bolognino - Giovanni I Bentivoglio ND (1401-1402) coin is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in the Republic of Bologna. The coin was issued by Giovanni I Bentivoglio, who was a powerful lord and statesman in the city, and it features an image of him on one side and the city's coat of arms on the other. The coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
