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© Numismatica Ranieri
1 Scudo Bolognese - Benedict XIV
1740 year| Silver (.917) | 23.82 g | - |
| Issuer | Bologna (Papal States) |
|---|---|
| Pope | Benedict XIV (Benedictus XIV) (1740-1758) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1740 |
| Value | 1 Scudo |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 23.82 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#117316 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Floreated cross, shields below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BONONIA . DOCET ·
·1740·
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Scudo Bolognese - Benedict XIV 1740 coin is that it features an image of Pope Benedict XIV, who was known for his efforts to reform the Catholic Church and promote education. He was also a patron of the arts and sciences, and his papacy saw the establishment of several educational institutions and academies. This coin, minted during his reign, serves as a testament to his impact on the Papal States and the wider Catholic world.
