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½ Groschen - Jules III Alexandre Farnèse Legate ND
| Billon | 0.99 g | 19.9 mm |
| Issuer | Comtat Venaissin (Papal States) |
|---|---|
| Pope | Julius III (Iulius III) (1550-1555) |
| Legate | Alessandro Farnese (1541-1565) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1550-1555 |
| Value | ½ Groschen (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Livre Tournois |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.99 g |
| Diameter | 19.9 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#268236 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Cross with keys in each quarter.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ALEX FAR C LEGA AVE
Translation: Alexandre Farnese Cardinal Legate of Avignon.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Pope Julius III, who was a member of the powerful Farnese family and was known for his lavish spending and patronage of the arts. The coin's design features an image of the Pope on one side and the coat of arms of the Papal States on the other, symbolizing the papacy's authority and influence during this time period.
