1 Quadrupla - Paul V 1607 front 1 Quadrupla - Paul V 1607 back
1 Quadrupla - Paul V 1607 photo
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1 Quadrupla - Paul V

1607 year
Gold (.986) 14 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Papal States
Pope
Paul V (Paulus V) (1605-1621)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1607
Value
1 Quadrupla (4)
Currency
Scudo (1534-1835)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
14 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#308813
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

St. Paul seated holding sword at an angle and book on the knees

Script: Latin

Lettering: S PAVLVS ALMA ROMA

Translation: St. Paul, Soul Rome

Comment

There are two varieties of cope ornament.

Interesting fact

The 1 Quadrupla coin from the Papal States, minted in 1607 during the reign of Pope Paul V, is an interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was made of gold that was 98.6% pure, which is unusually high for a circulating coin. Most coins of that time were made of lower-quality metals, such as copper or silver, so the use of gold in this coin makes it stand out. Additionally, the fact that it weighs 14 grams, which is significantly heavier than most coins of its size, further highlights its value and rarity.