© Numismatica Ferrarese
© Numismatica Ferrarese
1 Grosso - Pius VI AUXILIUM DE SANCTO - Flowers wreath
1777 year| Silver (.9167) | 1.30 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Pius VI (1775-1799) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1777 |
| Value | 1 Grosso (0.05) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9167) |
| Weight | 1.30 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#370510 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Star above inscription within small flowers wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AVXILIVM
DE
SANCTO
Translation: Help from the Saint
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Grosso - Pius VI (AUXILIUM DE SANCTO - Flowers wreath) 1777 coin from the Papal States is that it features a unique design on its reverse side. Instead of the traditional coat of arms or religious imagery, this coin bears a wreath of flowers, which was a rare departure from the usual designs seen on coins of that time and place.
