Grossetto of 2 Soldi - Ercole I (Unicorn) ND (1471-1505) front Grossetto of 2 Soldi - Ercole I (Unicorn) ND (1471-1505) back
Grossetto of 2 Soldi - Ercole I (Unicorn) ND (1471-1505) photo
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Grossetto of 2 Soldi - Ercole I Unicorn ND

 
Silver 1.21 g 18.8 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Ferrara (Italian States)
Duke
Ercole I (1471-1505)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1471-1505
Value
2 Soldi = 1 Grossetto (0.1)
Currency
Scudo (1264-1597)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.21 g
Diameter
18.8 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#128860
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Displayed eagle, head to left.

Script: Latin

Lettering: · NOBILITAS · ESTENSIS ·

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Grossetto of 2 Soldi - Ercole I (Unicorn) ND (1471-1505) from Duchy of Ferrara (Italian States) is that it features a unique design of a unicorn on the obverse side, which was a symbol of purity and grace during the Renaissance period.