© V.L. Nummus
© V.L. Nummus
1 Quattrino - Benedict XIV
| Copper | 1.7 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Bologna (Papal States) |
|---|---|
| Pope | Benedict XIV (Benedictus XIV) (1740-1758) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1741-1758 |
| Value | 1 Quattrino (0.002) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#44849 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 56% |
Reverse
Inscription above date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BONO
NIA
DOCET
1742
Comment
"Bononia docet" ("Bologna teaches") is a Latin phrase that refers to the important role of the city through its university, which was the oldest and largest in all of Europe in the 11th and 12th centuries.
Interesting fact
The 1 Quattrino coin from Bologna (Papal States) made of Copper and weighing 1.7g is interesting because it was minted during the reign of Pope Benedict XIV (1741-1758) and features an image of the Pope on one side and the coat of arms of Bologna on the other. This coin was used as a means of payment in the Papal States during that time and is now considered a rare and valuable collector's item.
