½ Scudo - Carlo Rezzonico (Sede vacante) 1774 front ½ Scudo - Carlo Rezzonico (Sede vacante) 1774 back
½ Scudo - Carlo Rezzonico (Sede vacante) 1774 photo
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½ Scudo - Carlo Rezzonico Sede vacante

1774 year
Silver (.9167) 13.235 g 35 mm
Description
Issuer
Papal States
Camerlengo
Carlo Rezzonico (Sede Vacante) (1774-1775)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1774
Value
½ Scudo
Currency
Scudo (1534-1835)
Composition
Silver (.9167)
Weight
13.235 g
Diameter
35 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#242800
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Radiant dove within double circle of flames. Lettering around, value in exergue.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VENI * LVMEN * CORDIVM *
MEZZO • SCV •

Translation: Come, light of the hearts

Edge

Embossed leaves

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Scudo - Carlo Rezzonico (Sede vacante) 1774 coin from the Papal States is that it features an image of the Papal Tiara and Keys on one side, which symbolizes the authority and power of the Pope.