1 Quattrino - Urban VIII ND
| Copper | 2.6 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Urban VIII (Urbanus VIII) (1623-1644) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1636-1637 |
| Value | 1 Quattrino (0.002) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.6 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#117325 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Papal coat of arms
Script: Latin
Lettering: VRBANVS VIII PON MAX A XIIII
Translation: Pope Urbano VIII, Year XIII
Comment
This coin is Type VII.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Quattrino - Urban VIII ND (1636-1637) coin from the Papal States is that it features an image of Pope Urban VIII on one side, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of the Papal States. This coin was minted during Urban VIII's papacy, which lasted from 1623 to 1644, and was used as a means of circulating currency throughout the Papal States. Despite its small size and relatively low value, this coin is a significant piece of history and a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
