Katalog
| Emitent | Savoy, Duchy of |
|---|---|
| Rok | 1559-1561 |
| Typ | Standard circulation coin |
| Nominał | 1 Groschen (Grosso) (1⁄15) |
| Waluta | Lira |
| Skład | Billon |
| Waga | 3.63 g |
| Średnica | 25 mm |
| Grubość | |
| Kształt | Round |
| Technika | |
| Orientacja | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Rytownik(zy) | |
| W obiegu do | |
| Źródło(a) | Biaggi#442, MIR#524 |
| Opis awersu | Shield of Savoy with coat of arms under a crown with 5 fleurons and 4 small globes. |
|---|---|
| Pismo awersu | Latin |
| Legenda awersu | E. PHILIBERTVS. DVX. SABAV |
| Opis rewersu | Cross of St. Maurice. |
| Pismo rewersu | Latin |
| Legenda rewersu | AVXILIVM : MEVM : A : DOMINO : N : 1561 |
| Krawędź | Plain |
| Mennica |
Chambéry, France L Bourg-en-Bresse, France N Nice, France NV Aosta, Italy V Vercelli, Italy |
| Nakład |
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 Numisquare | 6417935700 |
| Dodatkowe informacje |
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.