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1 Grosso - Clement XII IN CIBOS PAVPERVM - Cartouche ND
| Silver (.917) | 1.34 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Clement XII (Clemens XII) (1730-1740) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1735-1737 |
| Value | 1 Grosso (0.05) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 1.34 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#94692 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Inscription within cartouche
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN·CIBOS
PAVPE
RVM
Translation: For the food of poors
Edge
Plain
Comment
Variants without Gregorian date.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Grosso - Clement XII coin is that it was minted during the papacy of Pope Clement XII, who was known for his efforts to reform the Catholic Church and his support for the arts. The coin's design, which features the pope's name and title in a cartouche, reflects the papacy's emphasis on grandeur and elegance. Additionally, the coin's silver content and relatively low weight make it a unique and valuable collector's item for numismatists interested in the history of the Papal States.
