Soldo of 12 denari - Frederick II (Stars & wedges) ND (1236-1255) front Soldo of 12 denari - Frederick II (Stars & wedges) ND (1236-1255) back
Soldo of 12 denari - Frederick II (Stars & wedges) ND (1236-1255) photo
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Soldo of 12 denari - Frederick II Stars & wedges ND

 
Silver 1.3 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Prince-bishopric of Trento (Italian States)
Emperor
Frederick II (1215-1250)
Ruling authority
Imperial Podesta
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1236-1255
Value
Soldo (1)
Currency
Soldo
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.3 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#413982
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Short cross pattée, stars and wedges alternating in the corners, within reeded inner circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ • IMPATOR • F •

Unabridged legend: Imperator Fredericus

Translation: Emperor Frederick

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of stars and wedges on its design, which was a distinctive feature of Frederick II's coinage during his reign.