Florence Grosso of 15 denari, 1318 – 1321

Obverse Reverse

Information

Country Florence Florence
Currency Fiorino (1115 – 1532)
Coin type Standard circulation coin
Denomination 1 Grosso = 15 Denari
Year 1318 – 1321
Ruler Republic of Florence (1115–1532)
Composition Silver
Shape Round (irregular)
Technique Hammered
Weight (g) 0.95
Diameter (mm) 18
Demonetized Yes

Description

1 Grosso = 15 Denari from Florence. Issued from 1318 to 1321. Struck in Silver. Measures 18 mm and weighs 0.95 g.

Obverse
Mid-length, facing figure of Saint John, nimbate, wearing cloak of animal skins, and holding a cross-tipped staff in right hand that intersects an inner beaded circle at top, and in left hand a banner with ECCE that in divides the circle below. (Saint John the Baptist)
Reverse
Lily of Florence with two flowers (...of Florence)

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
ND (1318-1321) 

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