© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
1 Quattrino - Sixtus IV SANTVS PETRV ND
| Billon | 0.87 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Viterbo (Papal States) |
|---|---|
| Pope | Sixtus IV (1471-1484) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1471-1484 |
| Value | 4 Deniers (1 Quattrino) (⅙) |
| Currency | Groschen (1188-1534) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.87 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#190426 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Saint Peter standing
Lion below
Script: Latin
Lettering: ·SANTVS**– *PETRV’·
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Quattrino - Sixtus IV (SANTVS PETRV) ND (1471-1484) from Viterbo (Papal States) coin is that it was minted during the reign of Pope Sixtus IV, who was known for his efforts to reform the Catholic Church and his patronage of the arts. This coin, made of Billon and weighing 0.87g, was likely used for everyday transactions in the Papal States during this time period.
