1 Denier Tornese - Battista Giustiniani di Campis

Issuer Lordship of Chios (Genoese colonies)
Year 1487-1488
Type Standard circulation coin
Value 1 Denier Tornese (1⁄240)
Currency Ducat
Composition Bronze
Weight 4.0 g
Diameter 20 mm
Thickness
Shape Round (irregular)
Technique Hammered
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Lunardi#S37 , Schlumb#XV, 11
Obverse description Vertically divided field with Giustiniani arms (eagle over castle) at left, and stylized Tournois castle on right, initials in exergue, all within inner circle.
Obverse script Latin
Obverse lettering CIVITAS CHII B I
(Translation: City of Chios Battista Giustiniani)
Reverse description Small cross pattée within circle.
Reverse script Latin
Reverse lettering * * CONRADVS * REX * ROMN *
(Translation: Conrad, King of the Romans.)
Edge
Mint
Mintage ND (1487-1488) - -
Numisquare ID 5591436920
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