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½ Baiocco - Pio IX Ornate shield
| Copper | 5.0 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Pius IX (1846-1878) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1850-1852 |
| Value | ½ Baiocco (0.005) |
| Currency | Scudo (1835-1866) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 5.0 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#8324 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 29% |
Reverse
Value and date within wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1
2
BAIOCCO
1851
R
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The ½ Baiocco coin from the Papal States, minted between 1850 and 1852, features an ornate shield on the reverse side, which includes the coat of arms of Pope Pius IX. This coin was made of copper and weighs 5.0 grams. Interestingly, the Papal States was a sovereign state ruled by the Pope, and its currency was used throughout the territories under its control. This coin is a unique piece of history that showcases the religious and political significance of the Papal States during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1850 B | 176000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1850 R | 5552000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1851 B | 1257000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1851 R | 4001000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1852 B | 706000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Baiocco - Pio IX (Ornate shield) 1850-1852 coin.
