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1 Grosso - Clement XII IN CIBOS PAVPERVM - Palm wreath
| Silver (.917) | 1.34 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Clement XII (Clemens XII) (1730-1740) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1736-1738 |
| 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#82360 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Lettering and date surrounded by wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN · CIBOS
PAVPERVM
1736
Translation: For the food of poors
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 a palm wreath and the Latin inscription "IN CIBOS PAVPERVM" (meaning "In the food of the poor"), reflects the Pope's commitment to helping those in need. Despite being a standard circulation coin, the 1 Grosso - Clement XII is now a rare and valuable collector's item, highly sought after by numismatists and historians.
