1 Scudo Bolognese - Benedict XIV 1756 front 1 Scudo Bolognese - Benedict XIV 1756 back
1 Scudo Bolognese - Benedict XIV 1756 photo
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1 Scudo Bolognese - Benedict XIV

1756 year
Silver (.9167) 24.12 g 39 mm
Description
Issuer
Bologna (Papal States)
Pope
Benedict XIV (Benedictus XIV) (1740-1758)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1756
Value
1 Scudo
Currency
Scudo (1534-1835)
Composition
Silver (.9167)
Weight
24.12 g
Diameter
39 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#297003
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

5-line inscription

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VNVM
OMNIVM VOTVM
SALVS
PRINCIPIS
S.P.Q.B.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Scudo Bolognese - Benedict XIV 1756 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 museums.