© Numismatica Varesi
© Numismatica Varesi
1 Scudo d'Oro - Urban VIII
1642 (1623-1644) years| Gold (.917) | 3.31 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Urban VIII (Urbanus VIII) (1623-1644) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1642 (1623-1644) |
| Value | 1 Scudo |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 3.31 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#379519 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Madonna standing.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SVB TVVM PRÆSIDIV
ROMA
Translation: Under your protection
Comment
Varity with date and year XX (Munt#18):© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Scudo d'Oro - Urban VIII 1642 (1623-1644) coin from the Papal States is that it was minted during the reign of Pope Urban VIII, who was known for his controversial policies and lavish spending. Despite the coin's small denomination, it was made of gold (.917) and weighed 3.31 grams, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
