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Trillina - Ercole Mazzetti ND
| Billon | 0.57 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Lordship of Frinco (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Ercole Mazzetti (1581-1601) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1587-1601 |
| Value | 3 Denari (Trillina) (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Lira (1581-1601) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.57 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#376559 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Round 4-fold arms
Lettering: HERCVLES MACETVS
Translation: Ercole Mazetti
Comment
This trillina is a counterfeit of Milan trillina Filippo II. In 1611 the Mazzettis are deprived of the fiefdom of Frinco and of the right to mint coins due to the many forgeries that took place in their mint by Rodolfo II.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Trillina - Ercole Mazzetti ND (1587-1601) coin from the Lordship of Frinco (Italian States) is that it was made of Billon, a type of alloy that was commonly used in the production of coins during that time 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. Despite being made of a relatively inexpensive material, the Trillina - Ercole Mazzetti ND coin is still considered a rare and valuable collector's item today, with some examples selling for thousands of dollars at auction.
