Duchy of Ferrara Sesino - Alfonso II, 1590 – 1597
Late bust
Information
Country
Duchy of Ferrara
Duchy of Ferrara
Currency
Scudo
(1264 – 1597)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Sesino = 6 Denari
Year
1590 – 1597
Ruler
Alfonso II
(1559–1597)
Composition
Billon
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
0.95
Diameter (mm)
17
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Sesino = 6 Denari from Duchy of Ferrara. Issued from 1590 to 1597. Struck in Billon. Measures 17 mm and weighs 0.95 g.
- Obverse
- Armored bust of Alfonso right, (Duke Alfonso II)
- Reverse
- Eagle with wings spread, head toward left. (... of Ferrara etcetera)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1590-1597) | — |
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