© InAsta
© InAsta
Quattrino - Francesco II Virgil, crucible ND
| Copper | 0.92 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Mantua (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Marquess | Francis II (1484-1519) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1484-1519 |
| Value | 1 Quattrino (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Scudo |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 0.92 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#163100 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Bundle of gold rods, inside a crucible wrapped in flames.
Script: Latin
Lettering: * •DOMINE *PROBASTI •
Translation: Lord, you have tested me
Edge
Plain
Comment
Coin in the photos has been silveredInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the Quattrino - Francesco II (Virgil, crucible) ND (1484-1519) coin from Duchy of Mantua (Italian States) is that it features an image of the Roman poet Virgil, who was born in Mantua, on one side, and a crucible on the other. This design was chosen to symbolize the cultural and artistic heritage of the city, as well as its reputation for metalworking and craftsmanship. The coin's unique design and historical significance make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts.
