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1 Baiocco - Benedict XIV Straight shield; Cartouche
| Copper | 13.12 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Benedict XIV (Benedictus XIV) (1740-1758) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1751-1752 |
| Value | 1 Baiocco (0.01) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 13.12 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#363971 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nscription and date within cartouche, shell below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VN
BAIOCCO
ROMANI
1752
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Baiocco coin from the Papal States, issued during the reign of Benedict XIV (1751-1752), features a unique design element - a straight shield with a cartouche. This design was used to distinguish the coin from other currencies in circulation at the time.
