1 Quattrino - Sixtus V ND (1585-1590) front 1 Quattrino - Sixtus V ND (1585-1590) back
1 Quattrino - Sixtus V ND (1585-1590) photo
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1 Quattrino - Sixtus V ND

 
Billon 0.67 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Montalto (Papal States)
Pope
Sixtus V (1585-1590)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1585-1590
Value
1 Quattrino (0.002)
Currency
Scudo (1534-1835)
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.67 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#377608
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Inscription in 3 lines within lily wreath

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MON
TAL
TO

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Quattrino - Sixtus V ND (1585-1590) coin from Montalto (Papal States) is that it was minted during the reign of Pope Sixtus V, who was known for his ambitious architectural projects and reforms within the Catholic Church. This coin, made of Billon and weighing 0.67g, was likely used for everyday transactions within the Papal States during this time period.