½ Scudo d'Oro - Clement XI (St. Peter) 1717 front ½ Scudo d'Oro - Clement XI (St. Peter) 1717 back
½ Scudo d'Oro - Clement XI (St. Peter) 1717 photo
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½ Scudo d'Oro - Clement XI St. Peter

1717 year
Gold (.986) 1.75 g -
Description
Issuer
Papal States
Pope
Clement XI (Clemens XI) (1700-1721)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1717
Value
½ Scudo
Currency
Scudo (1534-1835)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
1.75 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#29402
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Bust of St. Peter left

Script: Latin

Lettering: S PETERVS APOST

Translation: St Peter, Apostle

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Scudo d'Oro - Clement XI (St. Peter) 1717 from Papal States is that it was minted during the reign of Pope Clement XI, 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, reflecting the Pope's dedication to the saint and his role as the leader of the Catholic Church.