© Numismatica Ranieri
© Numismatica Ranieri
Grossetto - WIlliam I shield ND
| Silver | 0.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Mantua (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | William I (1550-1587) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1550-1574 |
| Value | 1 Grossetto (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Scudo |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.5 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#319973 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Saint Longino, nimbate, kneeling and holding lance, handing reliquary (pyx) to Saint Andrew
Script: Latin
Lettering: NIHIL ISTO TRISTE RECEPTO
Comment
The coin can be dated to the period before 1574 before Monferrato was elevated to duchy statusInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the Grossetto - William I (shield) coin from the Duchy of Mantua is that it was minted during a time of significant political and cultural change in Italy. The coin was issued during the reign of William I, who was the Duke of Mantua from 1550 to 1574. This period saw the rise of the Renaissance and the Protestant Reformation, which had a profound impact on the arts, religion, and politics of the region. The coin's design, which features a shield with the Mantuan coat of arms, reflects the importance of heraldry and symbolism during this time. Despite its small size, the coin is a fascinating piece of history that provides a glimpse into the cultural and political landscape of 16th-century Italy.
