© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
½ Zecchino - Annibale Albani Sede Vacante
1740 year| Gold (.999) | 1.73 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Camerlengo | Annibale Albani (Sede Vacante) (1740) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1740 |
| Value | ½ Zecchino (1.075) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 1.73 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#360849 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Radiant Holy Mother Church, seated.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SEDE VACAN٠ 1740
Unabridged legend: Sede vacante
Edge
Plain
Comment
Varities exist with large and small lettering
Interesting fact
The ½ Zecchino - Annibale Albani (Sede Vacante) 1740 coin from the Papal States is interesting because it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in the Catholic Church. The coin was issued during the Sede Vacante period, which means "empty seat" in Latin, and refers to the time between the death of a pope and the election of a new one. This particular coin was minted in 1740, during the Sede Vacante period following the death of Pope Clement XII. It's a unique piece of history that captures a moment of transition and change in the papacy.
