© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Scudo d'Oro - Pius IV ND
| Gold | 3.22 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Bologna (Papal States) |
|---|---|
| Pope | Pius IV (1559-1565) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1564-1565 |
| Value | 1 Scudo |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.22 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#407099 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross fimbriated and lilied divides shields of vice-legate Monsignor Cesi and Bologna below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: BONONIA DOCET
Translation: Bologna teaches
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Scudo d'Oro - Pius IV ND (1564-1565) from Bologna (Papal States) is that it was minted during the reign of Pope Pius IV, 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 influence of the Church during this time period. Additionally, the fact that it was made of gold and weighs 3.22 grams suggests that it was a valuable and significant coin during its time.
