Brescia Grosso, 1251 – 1259
Information
Country
Brescia
Brescia
Currency
Grosso
(1186 – 1441)
Denomination
Grosso
Year
1251 – 1259
Ruler
Commune
(1186–1337)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
1.9
Diameter (mm)
21
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Grosso from Brescia. Issued from 1251 to 1259. Struck in Silver. Measures 21 mm and weighs 1.9 g.
- Obverse
- Cross pattée with base dividing beaded inner circle, with letters I N P R in angles (Brescia Emperor or Rome)
- Reverse
- Full-length forward facing figures of Saint Jovita on left holding book and long cross, and Saint Faustinus raising hands in blessing (Saint Jovita,Saint Faustinus)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1251-1259) | — |
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