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Groschen - Roman Senate Brancaleone of Andalo ND
| Silver | 3.27 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Senator | Brancaleone degli Andalò (1253-1256) |
| Period | Roman Senate (1184-1439) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1252-1258 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (1 Grosso) |
| Currency | Groschen (1188-1534) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.27 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#299357 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma enthroned facing, holding globus and palm.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + ROMA CΛPVT mVnDI
Translation: Rome, head of the world.
Interesting fact
The Groschen coin is interesting because it was issued during the reign of Pope Alexander IV, who was known for his efforts to reform the Catholic Church and its finances. The coin's design features the image of Brancaleone of Andalo, a prominent Roman senator and military leader, who was appointed by the Pope as the Captain of the People and the Senator of Rome. This coin is a rare example of a papal coinage that was issued during a time of great political and religious change in Europe.
