© Numismatica Varesi
© Numismatica Varesi
Grossetto - Peter Louis Farnese ND
| Silver | 2.00 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Marquessate of Novara (Novara, Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Marquess | Peter Louis Farnese (Pier Luigi Farnese) (1538-1547) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1538-1547 |
| Value | Grossetto (0.1) |
| Currency | Lira |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.00 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#426689 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Thick, striated cross with ball at each tip and quatrefoil at center.
Scripts: Greek, Latin
Lettering: NOVARIAE ⋆ MARCHIO ⋆ I
Translation: First Marquess of Novara
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Grossetto coin is that it was minted during the reign of Peter Louis Farnese, who was the first Duke of Parma and Piacenza, and the coin's design reflects his coat of arms.
