© Bertolami Fine Arts
© Bertolami Fine Arts
Maglia di Bianchetto - Guglielmo VIII Paleologo ND
| Billon | 0.45 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Montferrat (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Marquess | William VIII Palaeologus (1464-1483) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1464-1483 |
| Value | Maglia di Bianchetto |
| Currency | Fiorino |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.45 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#240217 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross patteé with pellets in cantons.
Lettering: ✠ MONTISFERATI
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Guglielmo VIII Paleologo, the Marquess of Montferrat, on one side, and a depiction of the Madonna and Child on the other. This coin was minted during his reign, which lasted from 1464 to 1483, and it was used as a means of circulating currency throughout the region. Despite its small weight of 0.45 grams, it was an important part of the local economy at the time.
