© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
1 Scudo d'Oro - Annibale Albani Sede Vacante
1724 year| Gold (.999) | 3.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Camerlengo | Annibale Albani (Sede Vacante) (1724) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1724 |
| Value | 1 Scudo |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#371328 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Radiant and flaming dove.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ٠DA٠RECTA٠SAPERE٠
Translation: Let us know the right things
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Scudo d'Oro - Annibale Albani (Sede Vacante) 1724 coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Papal States. The coin was issued during the Sede Vacante period, which means "empty seat" in Latin, and refers to the period between the death of a pope and the election of a new one. This particular coin was minted in 1724, during the Sede Vacante period following the death of Pope Innocent XIII. Despite the political instability of the time, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, making it a valuable and interesting piece for collectors.
