Parpaiolle - Aimo di Monfalcone ND (1491-1517) front Parpaiolle - Aimo di Monfalcone ND (1491-1517) back
Parpaiolle - Aimo di Monfalcone ND (1491-1517) photo
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Parpaiolle - Aimo di Monfalcone ND

 
Silver 2.09 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Lausanne (Vaud)
Bishop
Aymon de Montfalcon (1491-1517)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1491-1517
Value
1 Parpaiolle (1⁄12)
Currency
Livre (1420-1536)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.09 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#129260
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Madonna seated on throne with child on right. The head of Madonna extends into the legend.

Lettering: REGINA * CELI * LETARE * ALE' *

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Parpaiolle coin is that it was minted during a time of great religious and political upheaval in Europe. The Bishopric of Lausanne, where the coin was minted, was a small state within the Holy Roman Empire, and the coin's minting was likely a response to the economic and political changes of the time. Despite its small size, the Parpaiolle coin has a rich history and is a valuable piece for collectors today.