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1 Piastra - Clemente XI VIDERVNT OCVLI MEI SALVTARE TVVM - Jesus
1704 year| Silver (.917) | 31.88 g | 45 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Clement XI (Clemens XI) (1700-1721) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1704 |
| Value | 1 Piastra (1.05) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 31.88 g |
| Diameter | 45 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#89443 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Presentation of Jesus at the temple.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIDERVNT·OCVLI·MEI·SALVTARE·TVVM·
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1704 Papal States 1 Piastra coin is that it features an image of Jesus Christ on one side, with the inscription "VIDERVNT OCVLI MEI SALVTARE TVVM" which means "They have seen my salvation" in Latin. This coin was issued during the reign of Pope Clement XI, who was known for his efforts to promote the Catholic Church and its teachings. The coin's design and inscription reflect the religious significance of the Papal States and the importance of Christianity in the region at that time.
