© Numismatica Ranieri
© Numismatica Ranieri
1 Piastra - Clemente XI Christmas mass; Shell ND
1706 year| Silver (.917) | 32 g | 45 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Clement XI (Clemens XI) (1700-1721) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1706 |
| Value | 1 Piastra (1.05) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 32 g |
| Diameter | 45 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#113003 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
The Pope seated in throne, reading homily in the Santa Maria
Maggiore Basilica assisted by the cardinals
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BASILIC
LIBER
F. SEUO
VOX DE THRONO
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Pope Clement XI, who was known for his strong opposition to the spread of Jansenism, a religious movement that emphasized the power of divine grace and the authority of the Pope. Despite this, the coin's design features a shell, which is a symbol of the Virgin Mary, and the inscription "Christmas Mass," suggesting a connection to the Catholic Church and its traditions.
