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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Teston - Francis II ND
| Silver | 9.6 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Mantua (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Marquess | Francis II (1484-1519) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1584-1595 |
| Value | 1 Testone (¼) |
| Currency | Scudo |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 9.6 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#319963 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Reliquary (or pyx)
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✤ XPI ✤ IHESV ✤ SANGVINIS ·
Translation: The blood of Jesus Christ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Teston - Francis II ND (1584-1595) coin from the Duchy of Mantua is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the letters "F" and "M" on either side of the coat of arms, which stands for "Franciscus Mantuae Dux" (Francis, Duke of Mantua). This shield was added to the coin's design to signify Francis II's status as the ruling duke of Mantua.
