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1 Bolognino - Sixtus IV ND
| Silver (.8125) | 0.84 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Ancona (Papal States) |
|---|---|
| Pope | Sixtus IV (1471-1484) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1471-1484 |
| Value | 1 Bolognino |
| Currency | Groschen (1188-1534) |
| Composition | Silver (.8125) |
| Weight | 0.84 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#300778 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
St. Petrus in fishing boat left, lifting net
Script: Latin
Lettering: S · PE TRVS · MARCHIA
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Bolognino - Sixtus IV ND (1471-1484) coin from Ancona (Papal States) is that it features an image of Pope Sixtus IV on one side and the coat of arms of the Papal States on the other. This coin was minted during Sixtus IV's papacy, which lasted from 1471 to 1484, and was used as a standard circulation coin in the Papal States. Despite its small size and relatively low weight, the coin was made of silver (.8125) and had a value of 1 Bolognino, which was a significant amount at the time.
