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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
1 Scudo d'Oro - Paul III Sword downward ND
| Gold (.9167) | 3.39 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Paul III (Paulus III) (1534-1549) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1545-1549 |
| Value | 1 Scudo |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 3.39 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#412608 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
St. Paul standing facing, holding sword downwards in right hand and book in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S · PAVLVS · ALMA ROMA
Translation:
Saint Paul
Soul Rome
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Scudo d'Oro - Paul III (Sword downward) ND (1545-1549) coin is that it was issued 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 a sword pointing downward, is said to symbolize the pope's efforts to bring peace and stability to the Papal States, which were facing political and military challenges at the time.
