1 Scudo Bolognese - Pius VI 1775 front 1 Scudo Bolognese - Pius VI 1775 back
1 Scudo Bolognese - Pius VI 1775 photo
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1 Scudo Bolognese - Pius VI

1775 year
Silver (.917) 20.53 g -
Description
Issuer
Bologna (Papal States)
Pope
Pius VI (1775-1799)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1775
Value
1 Scudo
Currency
Scudo (1534-1835)
Composition
Silver (.917)
Weight
20.53 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#116980
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

St. Peter kneeling above value.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
S PETRON PR OT BON·
·80·

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Scudo Bolognese - Pius VI 1775 coin is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the letters "S.P.Q.R." (Senatus Populusque Romanus) above the pope's head. This abbreviation refers to the ancient Roman Senate and People, and was used to symbolize the Papal States' connection to the ancient Roman Empire.