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½ Baiocco - Pius VI
| Copper | 5.2 g | - |
| Issuer | San Severino (Papal States) |
|---|---|
| Pope | Pius VI (1775-1799) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1797-1798 (1796-1798) |
| Value | ½ Baiocco (0.005) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 5.2 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#87801 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Value and city name.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MEZZO
BAIOCCO
S·SEVERI
NO
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the papacy of Pope Pius VI, who was known for his strong opposition to the French Revolution and the spread of liberal ideas. Despite this, the coin still bears the image of the Pope, highlighting the complex political and religious landscape of the time.