© Numismatica Ranieri
© Numismatica Ranieri
Picciolo chasolesi ND
| Copper | 0.44 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Volterra (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Rainuccio degli Allegretti (1321-1348) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1321-1348 |
| Value | 1 Picciolo (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Grosso Agontano |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 0.44 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#432499 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
(fr) Légende circulaire, au centre dans un cercle de grènetis une croix pâtée.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ • D' • VVLTERRA •
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Picciolo (chasolesi) ND (1321-1348) from Bishopric of Volterra (Italian States) made of Copper weighing 0.44 g is that it was used as a form of currency during a time of great economic and political change in Italy. The coin was issued during the reign of Bishop Riccardo de' Bardi, who ruled the Bishopric of Volterra from 1321 to 1348. During this time, the Italian States were experiencing significant economic growth and trade, and the use of coins like the Picciolo helped to facilitate this growth by providing a standardized form of currency. Despite its small size and relatively low value, the Picciolo was an important part of the economy of the time and is now a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
