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1 Scudo d'Oro - Paul V ND
1608 year| Gold (.9167) | 3.31 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Paul V (Paulus V) (1605-1621) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1608 |
| Value | 1 Scudo |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 3.31 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#393613 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Conjoined busts of Saints Peter and Paul left.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
٠ S ٠ PAVLVS ٠ S ٠ PETRVS ٠
RP
Translation: St. Paul, St. Peter
Engraver: Roberto Primi
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Scudo d'Oro - Paul V ND (1608) coin from the Papal States is that it was minted during a time of significant political and religious upheaval. Pope Paul V, who ruled from 1605 to 1621, was known for his controversial policies and his efforts to assert the authority of the Catholic Church. The coin's minting may have been a way for the Papal States to demonstrate their economic and political power during this tumultuous period.
