1 Scudo d'Oro - Sixtus V ND (1587-1588) front 1 Scudo d'Oro - Sixtus V ND (1587-1588) back
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1 Scudo d'Oro - Sixtus V ND

 
Gold 3.28 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Papal States
Pope
Sixtus V (1585-1590)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1587-1588
Value
1 Scudo
Currency
Scudo (1534-1835)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.28 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#384035
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Bust of Jesus left.

Script: Latin

Lettering: SALVATOR ٠ MVNDI

Translation: Savior of the World

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Scudo d'Oro - Sixtus V ND (1587-1588) coin from Papal States 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 and weighing 3.28 grams, was likely used as a means of exchange and a symbol of the papacy's wealth and influence during this time.