© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
1 Scudo d'Oro - Clement X Holy Year
1675 year| Gold (.9167) | 3.5 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Clement X (Clemens X) (1670-1676) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1675 |
| Value | 1 Scudo |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#372760 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Open holy door.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
OB ٠ SANTIFICATIONEM ٠ IVBILEI
1675
Translation: For the sanctification of the Jubilee
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Scudo d'Oro - Clement X (Holy Year) 1675 coin is that it was minted during a time when the Papal States were facing significant financial challenges. Despite the economic difficulties, the Pope decided to issue a gold coin with a high gold content of .9167, which was unusual for circulating coins at that time. This decision was likely made to demonstrate the wealth and power of the Papal States, and to promote the Holy Year celebrations.
