© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
1 Doppia - Innocent XI
1685 year| Gold (.9167) | 7 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Innocent XI (Innocentius XI) (1676-1689) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1685 |
| Value | 1 Doppia (2) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#371817 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Inscription in cartouche.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
QVI
CONFIDIT
IN DIVITIIS
CORRVET
1685
Translation: Whoever trusts in riches will fall (to hell)
Interesting fact
The 1 Doppia coin from the Papal States, minted during the reign of Innocent XI in 1685, is interesting because it was made of gold (.9167) and weighed 7 grams. This coin was a standard circulation coin, indicating that it was widely used and accessible to the general population, unlike some other coins that were minted for special occasions or as collectibles. Additionally, the fact that it was made of gold adds to its value and rarity, making it a unique and interesting piece of numismatic history.
