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1 Scudo d'Oro - Urban VIII
1629 yearGold (.917) | 3.3 g | 20 mm |
Issuer | Papal States |
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Pope | Urban VIII (Urbanus VIII) (1623-1644) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Year | 1629 |
Value | 1 Scudo |
Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
Composition | Gold (.917) |
Weight | 3.3 g |
Diameter | 20 mm |
Shape | Round |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-09 |
Numista | N#378444 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Madonna standing.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SVB TVVM PRAESID
Translation: Under your protection
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Scudo d'Oro - Urban VIII 1629 from Papal States is that it was minted during the reign of Pope Urban VIII, who was a member of the Barberini family and was known for his lavish spending and patronage of the arts. The coin's design features the papal tiara and keys, symbolizing the Pope's authority and power.