© Numismatica Ranieri
© Numismatica Ranieri
1 Grosso - Clement IX ND
| Silver | 1.51 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Clement IX (Clemens IX) (1667-1669) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1667-1669 |
| Value | 1 Grosso (0.05) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.51 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#364711 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
St. Peter bust, holding book and keys
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AVXILIVM DE SANCTO
ROMA
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Grosso coin was minted during the papacy of Pope Clement IX, who was known for his efforts to reform the Catholic Church and his support for the arts. The coin's design features an image of the Pope on one side and the Papal States' coat of arms on the other. Despite its small size, the coin was an important part of the Papal States' currency system and was used widely in trade and commerce throughout the region.
