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1 Quattrino - Pius VIII
1829 year| Copper | 2.37 g | 19.0 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Pius VIII (1829-1830) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1829 |
| Value | 1 Quattrino (0.002) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.37 g |
| Diameter | 19.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#110491 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Value and year surrounded by laurels.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
QUATTRINO
ROMANO
1829
Interesting fact
The 1 Quattrino coin from the Papal States, issued during the reign of Pope Pius VIII in 1829, features an interesting design element. On the obverse side of the coin, there is an image of the Pope's crowned bust, surrounded by the inscription "PIUS VIII PONT MAX." However, if you look closely, you'll notice that the Pope's face is not depicted in a traditional sense. Instead, it's shown in a somewhat abstract manner, with the features of the face being made up of various symbols and letters. This unique design choice was likely made to convey the idea of the Pope's divine authority and connection to the divine.
