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| Emisor | Savoy, Duchy of |
|---|---|
| Año | 1559-1561 |
| Tipo | Standard circulation coin |
| Valor | 1 Groschen (Grosso) (1⁄15) |
| Moneda | Lira |
| Composición | Billon |
| Peso | 3.63 g |
| Diámetro | 25 mm |
| Grosor | |
| Forma | Round |
| Técnica | |
| Orientación | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Grabador(es) | |
| En circulación hasta | |
| Referencia(s) | Biaggi#442, MIR#524 |
| Descripción del anverso | Shield of Savoy with coat of arms under a crown with 5 fleurons and 4 small globes. |
|---|---|
| Escritura del anverso | Latin |
| Leyenda del anverso | E. PHILIBERTVS. DVX. SABAV |
| Descripción del reverso | Cross of St. Maurice. |
| Escritura del reverso | Latin |
| Leyenda del reverso | AVXILIVM : MEVM : A : DOMINO : N : 1561 |
| Canto | Plain |
| Casa de moneda |
Chambéry, France L Bourg-en-Bresse, France N Nice, France NV Aosta, Italy V Vercelli, Italy |
| Tirada |
1559 L - (fr) maitre atelier Luchino Reale - 1560 - (fr) pas de lettre d`atelier pour Chambery - 1560 L - (fr) maitre atelier Luchino Reale - 1560 N - - 1560 V - - 1561 L - (fr) maitre atelier Luchino Reale - 1561 N - - 1561 NV - (fr) atelier Aoste/Nice maitre d`atelier Nicolas Vialard - |
| ID de Numisquare | 6417935700 |
| Información adicional |
Historical Context: This 3 Gros coin, issued by the Duchy of Savoy between 1559 and 1561, marks a pivotal period under Emmanuel-Philibert. Following Cateau-Cambrésis (1559), Savoy was largely restored after decades of foreign occupation. Emmanuel-Philibert, a skilled military leader and statesman, focused on rebuilding his state, reforming administration, and stabilizing its economy. This coinage reflects his efforts to assert ducal authority and establish a reliable currency during a crucial era of restoration for Savoy.
Artistry: As the "3rd type," this issue represents a refined design. Engraver details are often unrecorded, but the coin's artistry reflects prevailing late Renaissance numismatic trends. Designs typically featured dignified ducal arms or a bust of Emmanuel-Philibert on the obverse, asserting sovereignty. The reverse commonly displayed the Savoyard cross or other dynastic symbols, rendered with heraldic clarity, typical of 16th-century Italianate minting.
Technical/Grading: Struck in billon, this coin typically exhibits a weight of 3.63 grams and a diameter of 25 millimeters. High-points susceptible to wear include the ducal crown or hair, or central shield/cross elements. Hammered minting and billon composition lead to planchet irregularities, off-center strikes, and variable sharpness. Surface preservation often shows characteristic toning or minor corrosion.