Grossetto - William I (bust) ND (1575-1587) front Grossetto - William I (bust) ND (1575-1587) back
Grossetto - William I (bust) ND (1575-1587) photo
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Grossetto - William I bust ND

 
Silver 1.14 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Mantua (Italian States)
Duke
William I (1550-1587)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1575-1587
Value
1 Grossetto (1⁄40)
Currency
Scudo
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.14 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#320759
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Full-length figure of Saint Adrian facing forward, right hand resting on a column on which inscribed S · ADR, and left hand holding a palm

Script: Latin

Lettering: MARTIRIV NON ·FVGI ·

Comment

This coin can be dated to the last part of WIlliam's reign, when Monferrato had been elevated to the status of a Duchy

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Grossetto coin is that it was minted during the reign of William I, who was the Duke of Mantua from 1575 to 1587. During his rule, he implemented several economic reforms, including the introduction of a new currency system, which led to the minting of this coin. The coin's design features William I's bust on one side and the coat of arms of the Duchy of Mantua on the other. It was made of silver and weighs 1.14 grams.