½ Scudo d'Oro - Julius III ND (1550-1555) front ½ Scudo d'Oro - Julius III ND (1550-1555) back
½ Scudo d'Oro - Julius III ND (1550-1555) photo
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½ Scudo d'Oro - Julius III ND

 
Gold 1.69 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Bologna (Papal States)
Pope
Julius III (Iulius III) (1550-1555)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1550-1555
Value
½ Scudo
Currency
Scudo (1534-1835)
Composition
Gold
Weight
1.69 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#411352
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross fimbriated and flowered.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ٠BONONIA DOCET٠

Translation: Bologna teaches

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Scudo d'Oro - Julius III ND (1550-1555) from Bologna (Papal States) is that it was minted during the reign of Pope Julius III, who was known for his love of art and architecture. As a result, the coin features a beautifully detailed image of the Pope on one side and the Papal States' coat of arms on the other. Additionally, the coin's gold content and small weight make it a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists.