© Artemide Aste
© Artemide Aste
Sesino - Ercole II ND
| Billon | 1 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Ferrara (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Ercole II (1534-1559) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1534-1559 |
| Value | 1 Sesino = 6 Denari (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Scudo (1264-1597) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#303761 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Estense eagle, unfolded, with the head to the left, not crowned
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Sesino - Ercole II ND (1534-1559) from Duchy of Ferrara (Italian States) made of Billon weighing 1 g is that it features a unique design, with the obverse side bearing the image of a shield with the coat of arms of the Duchy of Ferrara, while the reverse side features the image of a crowned eagle. This design was used during the reign of Ercole II d'Este, who ruled the Duchy of Ferrara from 1534 to 1559. The use of billon, a type of alloy made from a mixture of metals, was also a common practice during this time period.
