⅕ Scudo - Carlo Rezzonico (Sede vacante) 1774 front ⅕ Scudo - Carlo Rezzonico (Sede vacante) 1774 back
⅕ Scudo - Carlo Rezzonico (Sede vacante) 1774 photo
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⅕ Scudo - Carlo Rezzonico Sede vacante

1774 year
Silver (.9167) 5.04 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Papal States
Camerlengo
Carlo Rezzonico (Sede Vacante) (1774-1775)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1774
Value
2 Giuli (0.2)
Currency
Scudo (1534-1835)
Composition
Silver (.9167)
Weight
5.04 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#380465
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

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

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VENI٠LVMEN٠CORDIVM
QVINTO٠DI٠SCV:

Translation:
Come, light of the hearts
Fifth of Scudo

Edge

Embossed leaves

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ⅕ Scudo - Carlo Rezzonico (Sede vacante) 1774 coin from the Papal States is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil and change in the region. The Papal States were facing financial difficulties and political instability, and the coinage of the time reflects this. The ⅕ Scudo coin was introduced as a new denomination during this period, and its design features the image of Pope Carlo Rezzonico, who served as the Pope during this time. Despite the challenges faced by the Papal States, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item today.