1 Quattrino - Urban VIII 1636 front 1 Quattrino - Urban VIII 1636 back
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1 Quattrino - Urban VIII

1636 year
Copper 2.8 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Ferrara (Papal States)
Pope
Urban VIII (Urbanus VIII) (1623-1644)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1636
Value
1 Quattrino (0.002)
Currency
Scudo (1534-1835)
Composition
Copper
Weight
2.8 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#364017
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Three line inscription, date below, within beaded and wreath.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FER
RARI
Æ
1636

Translation: Ferrara

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Quattrino - Urban VIII 1636 from Ferrara (Papal States) coin is that it was issued during the reign of Pope Urban VIII, who was known for his controversial policies and lavish spending. Despite being made of copper, this coin was still considered a significant denomination in its time, with a value of 1/4 of a Papal States scudo. Additionally, the coin features an intricate design, including an image of the Pope on one side and the Ferrara coat of arms on the other.