© V.L. Nummus
© V.L. Nummus
½ Baiocco - Clement XIII
1759 year| Copper | 5.2 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Gubbio (Papal States) |
|---|---|
| Pope | Clement XIII (Clemens XIII) (1758-1769) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1759 |
| Value | ½ Baiocco (0.005) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 5.2 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#364480 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Three line inscription with value and place name, date below, surrounded by braided border.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MEZ
BAIOCCO
GVBBIO
1759
Translation: Half baiocco of Gubbio
Interesting fact
The ½ Baiocco coin from Gubbio (Papal States) made of Copper weighing 5.2 g was minted during the reign of Pope Clement XIII in 1759. It's interesting to note that Pope Clement XIII was a strong supporter of the arts and sciences, and during his papacy, he commissioned many artistic and architectural projects, including the renovation of the Basilica di San Pietro in Vaticano. This coin may have been minted to commemorate one of these projects or to promote the papal state's economy.
