1 Scudo d'Oro - Paul V 1617 front 1 Scudo d'Oro - Paul V 1617 back
1 Scudo d'Oro - Paul V 1617 photo
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1 Scudo d'Oro - Paul V

1617 year
Gold (.9167) 3.35 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Papal States
Pope
Paul V (Paulus V) (1605-1621)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1617
Value
1 Scudo
Currency
Scudo (1534-1835)
Composition
Gold (.9167)
Weight
3.35 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#381112
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

St. Paul standing.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ٠ S ٠ PAVLVS ٠ ALM ٠ ROMA ٠

Translation: St. Paul, Soul Rome

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Scudo d'Oro - Paul V 1617 from Papal States is that it was minted during the reign of Pope Paul V, who was known for his efforts to reform the Catholic Church and his support for the arts. The coin's design features an image of the Pope on one side and the Papal States' coat of arms on the other, making it a unique piece of history that reflects the religious and political significance of the time.