© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
1 Quattrino - Pius VII POSSESS
1801 year| Copper | 2.4 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Pius VII (1800-1823) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1801 |
| Value | 1 Quattrino (0.002) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.4 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#119562 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
4-line inscription and Roman Numeral date above stars.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PIVS
SEPTIMVS
PONTIFEX
MAXIMVS
MDCCCI
Interesting fact
The 1 Quattrino coin from the Papal States, issued during the reign of Pope Pius VII in 1801, features an interesting design element. On the obverse side of the coin, the Pope's crown is depicted, but it is not a traditional crown. Instead, it is a modest, low-profile crown, which was a deliberate choice made by Pius VII to reflect his humility and simplicity. This design decision was seen as a departure from the more elaborate and ornate crowns featured on coins issued by previous popes, and it symbolized Pius VII's commitment to a more humble and accessible papacy.
