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1 Piastra - Clemente X MANVM MINVIT BONVM AVGET - Clemency and Abundance
| Silver (.917) | 31.947 g | 43 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Clement X (Clemens X) (1670-1676) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1671-1672 |
| Value | 1 Piastra (1.05) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 31.947 g |
| Diameter | 43 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#29325 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Clemency and Abundance standing
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MANVM MINVIT BONVM AVGET
CLEM LIB
Translation: Evil lessens, good increases
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Piastra - Clemente X coin is that it was minted during the papacy of Pope Clement X, who was known for his efforts to reform the Catholic Church and his support for the arts. The coin's design, which features an image of the pope on one side and the phrase "MANVM MINVIT BONVM AVGET" (Clemency and Abundance) on the other, reflects the pope's focus on promoting peace and prosperity within the Papal States. Additionally, the coin was made of silver (.917) and weighed 31.947 grams, making it a valuable and highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
