Grosso - Vincent I ND (1587-1612) front Grosso - Vincent I ND (1587-1612) back
Grosso - Vincent I ND (1587-1612) photo
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Grosso - Vincent I ND

 
Silver 1.56 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Mantua (Italian States)
Duke
Vincent I (1587-1612)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1587-1612
Value
1 Grosso (1⁄20)
Currency
Scudo
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.56 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#319866
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Reliquary (or pyx)

Script: Latin

Lettering: TABERNACVLI · SANGVINI · XPI · IHESV

Translation: Tabernacle of the blood of Jesus Christ

Comment

Varieties:
Legend variants both obverse and reverse are known

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Grosso - Vincent I ND (1587-1612) coin from the Duchy of Mantua is that it features an image of the ruler, Vincent I, on one side, and the coat of arms of the Gonzaga family, who ruled the duchy, on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great cultural and artistic flourishing in the region, and its design reflects the Renaissance style that was popular at the time.