© Numismatica Ranieri
© Numismatica Ranieri
½ Scudo Romano - Pius VI St. Petronius facing
1785 year| Silver (.917) | 13.11 g | - |
| Issuer | Bologna (Papal States) |
|---|---|
| Pope | Pius VI (1775-1799) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1785 |
| Value | ½ Scudo |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 13.11 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#116982 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
St. Peter seated in clouds, value below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
S·PETRONIVS BONON·PROT·
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of St. Petronius, the patron saint of Bologna, on one side, and Pope Pius VI on the other. This coin was minted during a time when the Papal States, which covered much of central Italy, were under the rule of the Pope. The coin's design reflects the religious and political influence of the Papacy during this period.
