Soldino - Thomas of Campofregoso, 2d reign ND (1436-1442) front Soldino - Thomas of Campofregoso, 2d reign ND (1436-1442) back
Soldino - Thomas of Campofregoso, 2d reign ND (1436-1442) photo
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Soldino - Thomas of Campofregoso, 2d reign ND

 
Billon 1.8 g -
Description
Issuer
Genoa › Republic of Genoa (1139-1797)
Doge
Thomas of Campofregoso, 2d Reign (1436-1442)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1436-1442
Value
Soldino (1⁄20)
Currency
Genovino (1139-1528)
Composition
Billon
Weight
1.8 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#418211
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross pattée in polylobe decorated with large pelet at each internal point, surrounded by beaded circle. Legend ends with initial of mint official.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: ✠ : CONRADVS : REX  : RO : X :

Lettering (regular font): ✠ : CONRADVS : REX  : RO : X :

Translation: Conrad, king of the Romans

Comment

Minor legend variants exist.  The initial T for Tommaso is written in an ornate Gothic style and resembles an uncial m.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the second reign of Thomas of Campofregoso, who was the Doge of Genoa from 1436 to 1442. This coin is a rare example of a billon coin, which is an alloy of silver and copper, and it weighs only 1.8 grams, making it a unique and valuable piece for collectors.