½ Baiocco - Innocent XIII ND (1721) front ½ Baiocco - Innocent XIII ND (1721) back
½ Baiocco - Innocent XIII ND (1721) photo
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½ Baiocco - Innocent XIII ND

1721 year
Copper - 27.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Ferrara (Papal States)
Pope
Innocent XIII (Innocentius XIII) (1721-1724)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1721
Value
½ Baiocco (0.005)
Currency
Scudo (1534-1835)
Composition
Copper
Diameter
27.5 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#321854
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Inscription in 4 lines in cartouche

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MEZO
BAIOC
* CO *
FERRAR

Translation: Half Baiocco of Ferrara

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Baiocco - Innocent XIII ND (1721) coin from Ferrara (Papal States) made of Copper is that it features an image of Pope Innocent XIII, who was known for his efforts to reform the Catholic Church and his support for the arts and sciences. The coin's design was likely created by a skilled engraver and artist of the time, and it serves as a testament to the artistic and cultural achievements of the Papal States during the early 18th century.