1 Scudo d'Oro - Julius III 1551-1552 (1550-1555) front 1 Scudo d'Oro - Julius III 1551-1552 (1550-1555) back
1 Scudo d'Oro - Julius III 1551-1552 (1550-1555) photo
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1 Scudo d'Oro - Julius III

 
Gold (.917) 3.4 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Papal States
Pope
Julius III (Iulius III) (1550-1555)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1551-1552 (1550-1555)
Value
1 Scudo
Currency
Scudo (1534-1835)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
3.4 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#330442
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Nimbate bust of Christ left.

Script: Latin

Lettering: *VIA * VERITAS * ET*VITA*

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Scudo d'Oro - Julius III 1551-1552 (1550-1555) coin from the Papal States is that it was minted during a time of significant religious and political upheaval. Pope Julius III, who ruled from 1550 to 1555, was known for his efforts to reform the Catholic Church and his controversial involvement in European politics. The coin's minting may have been a way for the Papal States to assert their authority and independence during this tumultuous period.