Grosso - John Maria ND (1402-1412) front Grosso - John Maria ND (1402-1412) back
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Grosso - John Maria ND

 
Silver (.512) 2.4 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Milan (Italian States)
Duke
John Maria (1402-1412)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1402-1412
Value
1 Grosso (1⁄60)
Currency
Scudo (?-1796)
Composition
Silver (.512)
Weight
2.4 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#180536
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Saint Ambrose wearing mitra seated on throne. The bench is decorated with two small columns terminating in lilies.

Lettering: S • AMBROSIV MEDIOLAN

Edge

Plain

Comment

Biaggi.1484 Weight varies 2.25-2.55g, and purity is between 512 and 534. Several varieties exist

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Grosso - John Maria ND (1402-1412) from Duchy of Milan (Italian States) made of Silver (.512) weighing 2.4 g is that it was minted during the reign of Duke John Maria Visconti, who was known for his ambitious military campaigns and territorial expansion, which led to the growth and prosperity of the Duchy of Milan during his rule.