1 Grosso - Clement XIII (MISERICORS ET IVSTVS) 1760 front 1 Grosso - Clement XIII (MISERICORS ET IVSTVS) 1760 back
1 Grosso - Clement XIII (MISERICORS ET IVSTVS) 1760 photo
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1 Grosso - Clement XIII MISERICORS ET IVSTVS

1760 year
Silver (.917) 1.34 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Papal States
Pope
Clement XIII (Clemens XIII) (1758-1769)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1760
Value
1 Grosso (0.05)
Currency
Scudo (1534-1835)
Composition
Silver (.917)
Weight
1.34 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#84949
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Inscription, date in cartouche.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MISERICORS
ET
IVSTVS
1760

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Grosso - Clement XIII (MISERICORS ET IVSTVS) 1760 coin from the Papal States is that it features a unique design element. The coin's obverse side bears an image of Pope Clement XIII, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of the Papal States, which includes the keys of St. Peter and the papal tiara. This design was used on many coins during Clement XIII's papacy, but the 1 Grosso denomination is particularly notable for its small size and intricate details.