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1 Quattrino - Gregory XV
| Copper | 2.68 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Ferrara (Papal States) |
|---|---|
| Pope | Gregory XV (Gregorius XV) (1621-1623) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1622-1623 |
| Value | 1 Quattrino (0.002) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.68 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#58579 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
St. George on a horse slaying dragon.
Script: Latin
Lettering: +S•GEORGIVS•FERRARIÆ•PROTEC
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Quattrino - Gregory XV 1622-1623 from Ferrara (Papal States) coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the Papal States. The coin was issued by Pope Gregory XV, who was instrumental in implementing reforms to stabilize the economy and strengthen the papacy. Despite these efforts, the coin still reflects the economic challenges of the time, as it was made of copper, a less valuable metal than previous issues, and has a relatively low weight of 2.68 grams. This coin serves as a tangible reminder of the complex historical context in which it was created.
