½ Piastra - Innocent XII (FACTVS EST IN PACE LOCVS EIVS) ND (1698) front ½ Piastra - Innocent XII (FACTVS EST IN PACE LOCVS EIVS) ND (1698) back
½ Piastra - Innocent XII (FACTVS EST IN PACE LOCVS EIVS) ND (1698) photo
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½ Piastra - Innocent XII FACTVS EST IN PACE LOCVS EIVS ND

1698 year
Silver (.917) 15.57 g 38 mm
Description
Issuer
Papal States
Pope
Innocent XII (Innocentius XII) (1691-1700)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1698
Value
½ Piastra (21⁄40)
Currency
Scudo (1534-1835)
Composition
Silver (.917)
Weight
15.57 g
Diameter
38 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#29390
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Noah's ark.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FACTVS·EST·IN·PACE·LOCVS·EIVS
S·V·

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the papacy of Innocent XII, who was known for his efforts to reform the Catholic Church and his support for the arts. The coin's design, which features an image of the pope and the inscription "FACTVS EST IN PACE LOCVS EIVS" (He is a peaceful place), reflects the pope's commitment to peace and harmony. Additionally, the coin was minted using silver with a high purity level of .917, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item.