© Numismatica Picena
© Numismatica Picena
½ Grosso - Gregory XV ND
| Silver (.9167) | 0.75 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Gregory XV (Gregorius XV) (1621-1623) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1621-1623 |
| Value | ½ Grosso (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9167) |
| Weight | 0.75 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#416763 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Radiant Virgin Mary standing on crescent
Script: Latin
Lettering: SVB٠TVVM PRAESIDIVM
Translation: Under your protection
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Grosso - Gregory XV ND (1621-1623) coin from the Papal States is that it was minted during a time of significant political and religious upheaval. Pope Gregory XV, who ruled from 1621 to 1623, was the Pope during the Thirty Years War, a devastating conflict that lasted from 1618 to 1648 and involved many European countries. Despite the turmoil of the time, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, showcasing the skill of the mint masters and artisans who created it.
