© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Grosso - Charles VII of France ND
| Silver | 3.2 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Genoa › Republic of Genoa (1139-1797) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Charles VII of France (1458-1461) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1458-1461 |
| Value | Grosso (0.1) |
| Currency | Genovino (1139-1528) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#418662 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross pattée within beaded circle. Legend ends with initial of mint official.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: IhS : COnRAD ⵓ REX ⵓ RO ⵓ P ⵓ
Lettering (regular font): IHS : CONRAD ⵓ REX ⵓ RO ⵓ P ⵓ
Translation: Conrad, king of the Romans
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Grosso - Charles VII of France ND (1458-1461) coin from Genoa is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the Bank of Saint George, which was the issuing authority of the coin. This shield is located on the reverse side of the coin, beneath the king's name. This feature sets the coin apart from other coins of the same era and issuer, and makes it a distinctive and interesting collector's item.
