Grosso - Louis I ND (1371-1384) front Grosso - Louis I ND (1371-1384) back
Grosso - Louis I ND (1371-1384) photo
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Grosso - Louis I ND

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
City of Cattaro (Montenegrin States)
King
Louis I (1371-1382)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1371-1384
Value
1 Garas (1⁄16)
Currency
Forint (1342-1382)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#103231
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Saint Triphon standing in glory, facing forward, with palmleaf and cross in hand

Lettering: S · TRIPhoИ · CATAREИ ·

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Grosso - Louis I ND (1371-1384) coin from the City of Cattaro (Montenegrin States) made of Silver is interesting because it features a unique blend of medieval and Renaissance styles on its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a crowned shield with the coat of arms of the city, while the reverse side features a stylish rendition of the Virgin Mary and the Christ child. This combination of religious and civic symbols reflects the cultural and artistic influences of the time period in which the coin was minted.