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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
1 Scudo d'Oro - Urban VIII
1629 year| Gold (.917) | 3.39 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Urban VIII (Urbanus VIII) (1623-1644) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1629 |
| Value | 1 Scudo |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 3.39 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#378726 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
St. Michael slaying the devil.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TE MANETE VESPERE
Translation: (We pray) to you morning and evening
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 coat of arms and an image of the pope himself, reflecting the powerful influence of the Catholic Church during this time period.
