© Artemide Aste
© Artemide Aste
1 Quattrino - Clement X Papal arms
| Copper | 2.68 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Ferrara (Papal States) |
|---|---|
| Pope | Clement X (Clemens X) (1670-1676) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1675-1676 |
| Value | 1 Quattrino (0.002) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.68 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#242484 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
3-line inscription. Date in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FER
RARI
•
*Æ*
1676
Edge
Plain
Comment
Varieties exist with different lettering.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Quattrino - Clement X (Papal arms) 1675-1676 from Ferrara (Papal States) coin is that it was minted during a time of significant political and religious change in Europe. Pope Clement X, whose arms are featured on the coin, was the Pope from 1670 to 1676 and was known for his efforts to reform the Catholic Church and his support for the arts and sciences. The coin itself is made of copper and weighs 2.68 grams, making it a relatively small and lightweight coin. Despite its small size, the coin is a valuable piece of history and a reminder of the rich cultural and religious heritage of the Papal States during this time period.
