Catalogo
| Emittente | Genoa, Republic of (1139-1797) |
|---|---|
| Anno | 1290-1300 |
| Tipo | Standard circulation coin |
| Valore | Grosso of 1 soldo (1/20) |
| Valuta | Genovino (1139-1528) |
| Composizione | Silver |
| Peso | 2.8 g |
| Diametro | |
| Spessore | |
| Forma | Round (irregular) |
| Tecnica | Hammered |
| Orientamento | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Incisore/i | |
| In circolazione fino al | |
| Riferimento/i | MIR#11 |
| Descrizione del dritto | Gate within inner reeded circle. |
|---|---|
| Scrittura del dritto | Latin (uncial) |
| Legenda del dritto |
✠ CIVNAS ஃ IANVA (Translation: City of Genoa) |
| Descrizione del rovescio | Cross pattée within inner reeded circle. |
| Scrittura del rovescio | Latin (uncial) |
| Legenda del rovescio |
✠ CVNRADVS ஃ REX • (Translation: Conrad King) |
| Bordo | Smooth |
| Zecca | |
| Tiratura |
ND (1290-1300) - - |
| ID Numisquare | 6827781760 |
| Informazioni aggiuntive |
Historical Context: This Grosso of 1 Soldo, issued by the Republic of Genoa (1290-1300), signifies a peak in Genoese maritime and commercial power. Governed by a Doge and influential mercantile families, Genoa fiercely competed with Venice for Mediterranean trade dominance. The grosso was central to this economic might, functioning as a widely accepted international silver currency. It facilitated Genoa's vast commercial network, embodying the Republic's wealth and influence during intense geopolitical competition.
Artistry: The artistic style of this Genoese Grosso is typical of medieval trade coinage, prioritizing functionality and clear identification. Engravers remained anonymous, adhering to established conventions. The obverse displays a cross pattee,