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1 Piastra - Alessandro VIII LEGIONE AD BELLVM SACRVM INSTRVCTA - Holy Mother Church
| Silver (.917) | 31.102 g | 44 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Alexander VIII (1689-1691) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1690-1691 |
| Value | 1 Piastra (1.05) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 31.102 g |
| Diameter | 44 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#29337 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Female figure of Church with tiara, temple, and insignia, Papal arms below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LEGIONE AD BELLVM SACRVM INSTRVCTA
CIƆIƆCXC
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Pope Alexander VIII, who was known for his efforts to reform the Catholic Church and his support for the arts. The coin's design, which features the image of the Pope and the inscription "Holy Mother Church," reflects the religious themes that were prominent during his papacy.
