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© nicolo.magnani
½ Baiocco - Benedict XIV Palm wreath ND
| Copper | 4.97 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Ravenna (Papal States) |
|---|---|
| Pope | Benedict XIV (Benedictus XIV) (1740-1758) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1740-1758 |
| Value | ½ Baiocco (0.005) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4.97 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#246492 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Value, mint and pine cone in two palm branches
Script: Latin
Lettering: MEZZO BAIOCCO RAVENN⠂
Translation: Half baiocco Ravenna
Edge
Plain
Comment
Varities exist in papal arm shapes and decorations:
1- Oval-shaped papal arms, foot to left without pine branches on obverse (Munt#588)
2- Heart-shaped papal arms, foot to left with laurel branches (Munt#589)
3- Heart-shaped papal arms, foot to right with pine branches (unlisted in Muntoni, MIR 2672/5): coin in the page
4- Oval-shaped papal arms, foot to right with pine branches (Munt#590)
© Numismatica Ferrarese
5- Irregular-shaped papal arms, foot to right with pine branches (Munt#591)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design element - a palm wreath surrounding the portrait of Pope Benedict XIV. This design was used to symbolize the Pope's role as a spiritual leader and guide, and it adds a distinctive touch to the coin's design.
