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1 Quattrino - Benedict XIV Pine cone left ND
| Copper | 1.8 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Ravenna (Papal States) |
|---|---|
| Pope | Benedict XIV (Benedictus XIV) (1740-1758) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1740-1758 |
| Value | 1 Quattrino (0.002) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.8 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#330489 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Pine cone erected between two branches leaning to the left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RAVENNA
Edge
Plain
Comment
There are varieties of coat of arms with the right foot, or pointing to the left or to the right.
The branches of the pine cones can be turned to the left or to the right.
https://numismatica-italiana.lamoneta.it/moneta/W-BE14RA/9
Interesting fact
The 1 Quattrino coin from Ravenna (Papal States) made of Copper and weighing 1.8g is interesting because it features an image of a pine cone on the left side of the coin, which was a symbol of longevity and eternal life in ancient times.
