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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
1 Scudo d'Oro - Sixtus V ND
| Gold (.999) | 3.28 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Bologna (Papal States) |
|---|---|
| Pope | Sixtus V (1585-1590) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1585-1586 |
| Value | 1 Scudo |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 3.28 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#383705 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Floriated cross, arms of legate Antonio Maria Salviati and Bologna divided below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ٠BONONIA٠ ٠DOCET٠
Translation: Bologna teaches
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Scudo d'Oro - Sixtus V ND (1585-1586) coin is that it was minted during the papacy of Pope Sixtus V, who was known for his efforts to reform the Catholic Church and restore the power of the papacy. This coin, made of gold (.999) and weighing 3.28g, was likely used as a means of exchange and a symbol of the papacy's wealth and authority.
