© V.L. Nummus
© V.L. Nummus
Grosso "Aquilino" - Engelmar of Villanders ND
| Silver | 1.45 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Lordship of Padova (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Vicar | Engelmar of Villanders (1323-1328) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1325-1328 |
| Value | Grosso of 1½ soldi (18) |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.45 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#416148 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Long cross pattée dividing legend and inner reeded circle. Legend ends with small shield of Villanders flanked by trefoils.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: CIVITA ⸰ S
Lettering (regular font): CIVITA ⸰ S
Translation: ... city
Edge
Plain
Comment
Imitation of the Merano adlergroschen (eagle groat) (see link).
Day, et al. (MEC 12) place the date toward the end of this period, probably 1325-1328.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Grosso "Aquilino" coin is that it features an image of an eagle on its reverse side, which was a symbol of the Lordship of Padova and represented the power and authority of the ruling family, the Carraresi.
