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½ Baiocco - Gregory XVI
| Copper | 6 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Gregory XVI (Gregorius XVI) (1831-1846) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1831-1834 |
| Value | ½ Baiocco (0.005) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#46509 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
Star above value and date within wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering: * // MEZZO // BAIOCCO // ROMANO // 1834
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The ½ Baiocco coin was minted during the reign of Pope Gregory XVI (1831-1834) and features an image of the Pope on one side and the Papal States' coat of arms on the other. The coin was made of copper and weighed 6 grams. Despite its relatively small size and value, the ½ Baiocco was an important part of the Papal States' currency system and was widely used in everyday transactions.
