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¼ Groschen - Urban V ND
| Billon (.458 silver) | 1.20 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Comtat Venaissin (Papal States) |
|---|---|
| Pope | Urban V (Urbanus V) (1362-1370) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1362-1370 |
| Value | ¼ Groschen (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Livre Tournois |
| Composition | Billon (.458 silver) |
| Weight | 1.20 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#133807 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Cross with mitre in first and fourth quarters, pair of keys in second and third quarters.
Script: Latin
Lettering: :🌙 SANCTVS: PETRVS:
Translation: Saint Peter.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Pope Urban V, who was known for his efforts to reform the Catholic Church and restore the papacy's power and influence in Europe. Despite being made of a relatively low-value material, the Billon alloy, the coin still holds historical significance as a symbol of the Papal States' economic and political influence during that time.
