Duchy of Ferrara 1 Grosso - Borso, 1452 – 1471
Information
Country
Duchy of Ferrara
Duchy of Ferrara
Currency
Scudo
(1264 – 1597)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Grosso
Year
1452 – 1471
Ruler
Borso
(1450–1471)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
1.23
Diameter (mm)
19
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Grosso from Duchy of Ferrara. Issued from 1452 to 1471. Struck in Silver. Measures 19 mm and weighs 1.23 g.
- Obverse
- Full length figures of Saint George (left) and Duke Borso (right) facing each other and dividing legend, a cross between them, and dragon at feet of Saint George. (Duke Borso, Saint George)
- Reverse
- Full length figure of Saint Maurelius, mitered, in hexilobe, holding crozier in left hand, right hand raised in blessing. (Saint Maurelius, Bishop of Ferrara)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1452-1471) | — |
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