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Grosso - Ercole I Reggio ND
| Silver | 1.0 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Modena and Reggio (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Ercole I (1471-1505) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1471-1505 |
| Value | 1 Grosso (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Scudo |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.0 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#304975 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Forward facing bust of Saint Prospero, nimbate and wearing bishop's mitre. Below him, an oval shield of Reggio divides legend
Script: Latin
Lettering: S PROSPER EPS REGII
Translation: Saint Prospero, bishop of Reggio
Comment
MIR 1264 is also a grosso of Ercole I, but has the Este eagle on the obverse. It is exceedingly rare.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Grosso - Ercole I (Reggio) coin is that it features an image of Hercules, the mythological hero, on one side, which was a symbol of strength and power during the Renaissance period.
