© Numismatica Ranieri
© Numismatica Ranieri
½ Grosso - Clement VIII St. Peter ND
| Silver | 0.8 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Clement VIII (Clemens VIII) (1592-1605) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1592-1605 |
| Value | ½ Grosso (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.8 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#337125 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Saint Peter's bust facing right
Script: Latin
Lettering: S PETRVS ROMA
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Grosso - Clement VIII (St. Peter) ND (1592-1605) coin from Papal States is that it features an image of St. Peter, who is considered the first bishop of Rome and the leader of the early Christian church, on one side, and a portrait of Pope Clement VIII on the other. This coin was minted during a time of significant religious and political change, as the Protestant Reformation was gaining momentum in Europe and the Papal States were facing challenges to their authority. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a symbol of the enduring influence of the Catholic Church.
