Quattrino - Ferrante Gonzaga
1580 year| Billon | 1.33 g | 15.5 mm |
| Issuer | Castiglione Delle Stiviere (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Marquess | Ferrante (1571-1586) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1580 |
| Value | 1 Quattrino (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Lira |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.33 g |
| Diameter | 15.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#187655 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Madonna with the Child flanked by letters S • M •, in exergue, date.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S M
Unabridged legend: Sancta Maria
Interesting fact
The Quattrino - Ferrante Gonzaga 1580 coin from Castiglione Delle Stiviere (Italian States) is interesting because it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Italy, known as the "War of the Spanish Succession," which lasted from 1701 to 1714. Despite the conflict, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and detail, showcasing the skill of the mint's artisans during this period.
