1 Quattrino - Clement VIII 1604 front 1 Quattrino - Clement VIII 1604 back
1 Quattrino - Clement VIII 1604 photo
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1 Quattrino - Clement VIII

1604 year
Copper 2.63 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Bologna (Papal States)
Pope
Clement VIII (Clemens VIII) (1592-1605)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1604
Value
1 Quattrino (0.002)
Currency
Scudo (1534-1835)
Composition
Copper
Weight
2.63 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#16966
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Inscription in laurel wreath

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BONO
NIA
DOCET
٠

Translation: Bologna teaches

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Quattrino - Clement VIII 1604 coin is that it features an image of Pope Clement VIII on one side and the Papal States coat of arms on the other. This coin was minted during a time when the Papal States were facing significant political and financial challenges, and the image of the Pope was seen as a symbol of stability and authority. Despite its small denomination, the coin was made of copper, which was a relatively valuable material at the time, reflecting the importance of the Papal States in the region.