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1 Grosso - Benedict XIV St. Peter - facing left ND
| Silver (.917) | 1.34 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Benedict XIV (Benedictus XIV) (1740-1758) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1740-1741 |
| Value | 1 Grosso (0.05) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 1.34 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#353676 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Head of St. Peter with halo to left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S· PETRVS APOS T ·
Translation: S. Peter Apostle
Edge
Plain
Comment
Varieties exist in Papal Arms shapeInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Grosso - Benedict XIV (St. Peter - facing left) ND (1740-1741) coin from Papal States is that it features an image of St. Peter, who is considered the patron saint of Rome and the Catholic Church, facing left. This is a unique design element that sets it apart from other coins featuring St. Peter, who is usually depicted facing right.
