© M. Sander
© M. Sander
1 Grosso - Benedict XIV St. Peter - facing ND
1749 year| Silver (.917) | 1.34 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Benedict XIV (Benedictus XIV) (1740-1758) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1749 |
| Value | 1 Grosso (0.05) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 1.34 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#186185 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Saint Peter, facing.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S. PETRVS APOS.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Grosso coin from the Papal States, featuring Benedict XIV (St. Peter - facing) and minted in 1749, is that it was made of silver with a purity level of .917, which is relatively high compared to other coins of its time. This means that the coin contains 91.7% silver and 8.3% other metals, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
