½ Grosso - Innocent XI ND (1676-1684) front ½ Grosso - Innocent XI ND (1676-1684) back
½ Grosso - Innocent XI ND (1676-1684) photo
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½ Grosso - Innocent XI ND

 
Silver (.917) 0.75 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Papal States
Pope
Innocent XI (Innocentius XI) (1676-1689)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1676-1684
Value
½ Grosso (1⁄40)
Currency
Scudo (1534-1835)
Composition
Silver (.917)
Weight
0.75 g
Diameter
15 mm
Thickness
0.5 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#285284
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Bust of Saint Paul facing right.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SAN · PAVLVS · APOST ·
ROMA

Translation: Saint Paul Apostle

Comment

Varietis exist in cords and keys of the coat of arm

Interesting fact

The ½ Grosso coin from the Papal States, issued during the reign of Innocent XI (1676-1684), features an interesting design element - a crowned shield with the keys of St. Peter and the papal tiara on the reverse side. This symbolism represents the papal authority and the keys to the Kingdom of Heaven, highlighting the spiritual and temporal power of the Pope.