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© Sincona AG
Testone - Johann Jakob Trivulzio ND
| Silver | 9.41 g | - |
| Issuer | Lordship of Mesocco (Grisons) |
|---|---|
| Lord | John Jacob Trivulzio (Gian Giacomo Trivulzio) (1480-1518) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1487-1518 |
| Value | 1 Testone |
| Currency | Testone (1487-1549) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 9.41 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#198323 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nimbate Virgin Mary standing, facing left, adoring the lying nimbate baby Jesus.
Script: Latin
Lettering: · QVEM · GEN VIT · ADORAVIT ·
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Testone coin is that it was minted during the reign of Johann Jakob Trivulzio, who was a powerful condottiero, or mercenary captain, in Italy during the late 15th and early 16th centuries. Despite being a military leader, Trivulzio was also a patron of the arts and commissioned works from notable artists, including the famous painter Leonardo da Vinci.
