Trillina - Carlo V (I type) ND (1535-1556) front Trillina - Carlo V (I type) ND (1535-1556) back
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Trillina - Carlo V I type ND

 
Billon 1.1 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Milan (Italian States)
Duke
Charles V (Karl V) (1535-1540)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1535-1556
Value
1 Trillina (1⁄480)
Currency
Scudo (?-1796)
Composition
Billon
Weight
1.1 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#151720
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Double headed eagle. The initials of Charles V on each side of the eagle's claws.

Script: Latin

Lettering: K V

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Trillina - Carlo V (I type) ND (1535-1556) coin from the Duchy of Milan (Italian States) is that it was made of Billon, a type of alloy that was commonly used in the production of coins during the Renaissance period. Billon is a mixture of silver and other metals, such as copper, tin, or lead, and it was valued for its durability and resistance to wear and tear. The use of Billon in the production of coins was a cost-effective way for the Duchy of Milan to produce a large number of coins without sacrificing their durability.