© Numismatica Ranieri
© Numismatica Ranieri
½ Piastra - Innocent XII FIAT PAX IN VIRTVTE TVA - Bust ND
| Silver (.917) | 15.96 g | - |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Innocent XII (Innocentius XII) (1691-1700) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1696-1697 |
| Value | ½ Piastra (21⁄40) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 15.96 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#112312 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pope kneeling left in prayer.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIAT · PAX IN · VIRTVTE · TVA ·
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 the bust of Innocent XII, was created by the artist Carlo Maratta, who was a prominent painter and sculptor of the time. The coin's motto, "Fiat Pax in Virtute Tua," which means "Let there be peace in your strength," reflects the pope's commitment to promoting peace and harmony within the Church and beyond.
