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½ Grosso - Innocent XII St. Peter
| Silver (.917) | 0.765 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Innocent XII (Innocentius XII) (1691-1700) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1691-1693 |
| Value | ½ Grosso (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 0.765 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#242683 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Haloed bust of Saint Peter facing left. Lettering around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S • PETRVS • - • APO •
Edge
Plain
Comment
Varieties exist with different lettering, shape of the papal arms and direction St. Peter faces.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Grosso - Innocent XII (St. Peter) coin from Papal States is that it was minted during the reign of Pope Innocent XII, who was known for his efforts to reform the Catholic Church and his support for the arts. The coin's design features an image of St. Peter, who is considered the patron saint of Rome and the Catholic Church, and the obverse side bears the image of the Pope. The coin's silver content and small weight make it a unique and valuable collector's item for numismatists interested in historical coins.
