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1 Bianco - Gregory XIII ND
| Silver | 5 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Bologna (Papal States) |
|---|---|
| Pope | Gregory XIII (Gregorius XIII) (1572-1585) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1572-1585 |
| Value | 1 Bianco (⅛) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#102746 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Rampant lion left holding banner of Bologna
Script: Latin
Lettering: • BONONIA ∙ MATER ∙ STVDIORVM •
Comment
Reference: Ch. 23Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Bianco - Gregory XIII ND (1572-1585) coin from Bologna (Papal States) is that it was minted during a time of significant religious and political upheaval. Pope Gregory XIII, who ruled from 1572 to 1585, was instrumental in the implementation of the Gregorian calendar, which is still in use today. This calendar reform was controversial at the time, as it resulted in the omission of 10 days from the month of October in 1582, leading to widespread confusion and protests across Europe. Despite these challenges, the Papal States continued to mint coins, including the 1 Bianco, which remained a widely used denomination during this period.
