© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
½ Giulio - Clement VII Saint Justina ND
| Silver (.875) | 1.7 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Piacenza (Papal States) |
|---|---|
| Pope | Clement VII (Clemens VII) (1523-1534) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1523-1528 |
| Value | ½ Giulio (1) |
| Currency | Groschen (1188-1534) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#429102 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Saint Justina, standing, facing, nimbate and holding crozier.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S • IVSTINA • PROTETRIX
Translation: Saint Justina, patron
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Saint Justina, a Christian martyr, on one side, while the other side bears the image of Pope Clement VII, who was the Pope at the time the coin was minted. This coin is a rare example of a coin that combines religious and political themes, reflecting the close relationship between the Catholic Church and the Papal States during that time period.
