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Quattrino ND
| Billon | 0.85 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Ascoli (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1200-1400 |
| Value | 1 Quattrino (⅓) |
| Currency | Grosso Agontano |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.85 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#376320 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross pattée set aside by 4 stemmed clovers
Lettering: ✠°PP°S°EMIDIIVS
Translation: Patron Saint Emygdius
Interesting fact
The Quattrino was a coin used in the Italian States during the 13th to 15th centuries, and the one from Ascoli is a rare and valuable example. The coin was made of Billon, a type of alloy that consists of a mixture of silver and other metals, and it weighs 0.85 grams. Despite its small size and weight, the Quattrino was an important coin during its time and was used for everyday transactions. Its rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.