Picciolo - Alfonso V ND (1416-1458) front Picciolo - Alfonso V ND (1416-1458) back
Picciolo - Alfonso V ND (1416-1458) photo
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Picciolo - Alfonso V ND

 
- 0.5 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Sardinia (Italian States)
King
Alfonso V the Magnanimous (1416-1458)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1416-1458
Value
Picciolo
Currency
Denier (1387-1516)
Weight
0.5 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#244385
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Intersecant cross accomodated by S-O-A-O

Lettering: ARA GON SAR DIN

Interesting fact

The Picciolo coin from the Kingdom of Sardinia (Italian States) weighing 0.5g is interesting because it was minted during the reign of Alfonso V, who was also known as Alfonso the Magnanimous. He was a prominent king who played a significant role in the history of Italy and Europe during the 15th century.