1558 Italy – Lucca Quattrino – PCGS VF25 BN
A charming Renaissance-era coin from the Italian city-state of Lucca, this 1558 Quattrino represents the coinage of the Republic of Lucca during the 16th century. Small in size but rich in history, this billon denomination circulated during an era of Italian city-states, international trade, and political change.
Certified PCGS VF25 BN, this example displays well-preserved details with attractive brown coloration and the authentic character expected from a hammered coin nearly 500 years old.
The obverse features the traditional Lucca design with the large “L” and date elements, while the reverse depicts the famous Volto Santo (Holy Face of Lucca), a revered religious symbol associated with the city and one of the most recognizable designs in Luccan coinage.
The Quattrino was a small denomination struck for everyday commerce in Lucca. Despite its modest size and weight, these coins provide a fascinating connection to Renaissance Italy and the monetary history of one of Europe’s historic independent republics.
Coin Details:
• Country: Italy
• City-State: Lucca
• Date: 1558
• Denomination: Quattrino
• Grade: PCGS VF25 BN
• Weight: 0.83 grams
• Metal: Billon (base silver alloy)
• Period: Renaissance Italy
• Design: Volto Santo (Holy Face of Lucca)
A wonderful addition for collectors of Italian States coinage, Renaissance coins, medieval and early modern European numismatics, and certified historical coins. This piece offers nearly five centuries of history in a compact and collectible format.
