© The Heberden Coin Room, Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford
© The Heberden Coin Room, Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford
1 Scudo d'Oro - Urban VIII ND
| Gold (.9167) | 3.33 g | 17.1 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Urban VIII (Urbanus VIII) (1623-1644) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1623-1644 |
| Value | 1 Scudo |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 3.33 g |
| Diameter | 17.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#367501 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Facing busts of Saints Peter and Paul.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
٠S٠PETRVS٠S٠PAVLVS٠
ROMA
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Scudo d'Oro - Urban VIII ND (1623-1644) coin is that it was issued 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. Despite being a standard circulation coin, it was made of gold, which was a rare and valuable material at the time, and its 3.33g weight was significant for a coin of its size. This coin is a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of the Papal States during the 17th century.
