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½ Zecchino - Benedict XIV DEDIT PIGNVS
1740 year| Gold (.998) | 1.73 g | - |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Benedict XIV (Benedictus XIV) (1740-1758) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1740 |
| Value | ½ Zecchino (1.075) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Gold (.998) |
| Weight | 1.73 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#360897 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Papal arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DEDIT PIGNVS
Interesting fact
The 1740 ½ Zecchino - Benedict XIV (DEDIT PIGNVS) coin from the Papal States is interesting because it was minted during the reign of Pope Benedict XIV, who was known for his efforts to reform the Catholic Church and promote art and culture. The coin's design features an image of the Pope on one side and the Papal States' coat of arms on the other, making it a unique piece of history that highlights the intersection of religion and politics during that time period.
