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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
1 Scudo d'Oro - Urban VIII
1627 year| Gold (.9167) | 3.32 g | - |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Urban VIII (Urbanus VIII) (1623-1644) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1627 |
| Value | 1 Scudo |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 3.32 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#379528 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bust of St. Paul right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ٠ S ٠ PAVLVS ٠ AL ٠ ROMA ٠
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Scudo d'Oro - Urban VIII 1627 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.
