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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Quadrupla - Alexander VIII
1690 year| Gold (.986) | 13.34 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Alexander VIII (1689-1691) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1690 |
| Value | 4 Scudi |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 13.34 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#315689 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Yoked team of oxen pulling plow right; wheat plants to left and right; in exergue, coat-of-arms surmounted by galero
Script: Latin
Lettering:
RH FRVMENTRIA RESTILVIA
MDCXC
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Quadrupla coin from the Papal States, minted in 1690 under Pope Alexander VIII, is that it was made with a unique alloy of gold that contains 98.6% gold and 1.4% silver. This composition was specifically chosen to create a more durable and resistant coin that could withstand the wear and tear of circulation, while still maintaining its value and aesthetic appeal. The use of this special alloy was a deliberate choice by the papal authorities to ensure the coin's longevity and reliability, and it has become a distinctive feature of this particular coin.
