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1 Grosso - Anibaldi-Stefaneschi

Issuer Papal States
Year 1300-1350
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Value 1 Groschen (1 Grosso)
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Obverse description A lion passant to the right occupies the central field, rendered in a bold medieval style characteristic of Roman senatorial coinage. The lion bears a small cross above its head and stands over a shield or cartouche device in the lower field. The design is enclosed within a plain inner circle, with the circular legend +SENATVS: P OPVLVS:Q:R: running along the outer border, referencing the Senate and People of Rome.
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Reverse description A crowned enthroned figure, interpreted as Roma or a senator, is depicted facing front in a hieratic style, seated on a throne flanked by two small lions or supporters at the sides. The figure wears an elaborate crown and holds symbols of authority. The composition is framed within a beaded inner circle, with the circular legend +ROMA: CAPVD: MVNDI:*: running along the outer border, proclaiming Rome as the capital of the world.
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