© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
1 Scudo d'Oro - Paul III ND
1542 year| Gold (.9167) | 3.36 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Bologna (Papal States) |
|---|---|
| Pope | Paul III (Paulus III) (1534-1549) |
| Legate | Gasparo Contarini (1542) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1542 |
| Value | 1 Scudo |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 3.36 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#412523 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross fimbriated and lilied divides legate Cardinal Contarini and Bologna arms below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: BONONIA٠DOCET٠
Translation: Bologna teaches
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Scudo d'Oro - Paul III ND (1542) from Bologna (Papal States) is that it was minted during the papacy of Pope Paul III, who was known for his efforts to reform the Catholic Church and his support for the arts. The coin's design, which features an image of the pope on one side and the Papal States' coat of arms on the other, reflects the religious and political significance of the Papal States during this time period.
