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1 Testone - Clement VIII St. Peter seated left
| Silver | 9.05 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Clement VIII (Clemens VIII) (1592-1605) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1592-1593 |
| Value | 1 Teston (0.30) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 9.05 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#320687 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Saint Peter sitting left holding the keys on the right hand and the book on the left one
Script: Latin
Lettering: • S • PETRVS • ALMA • ROMA •
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Testone - Clement VIII (St. Peter seated left) 1592-1593 coin from the Papal States is that it features an image of St. Peter seated on the obverse (front side), which was a common design element on coins issued by the Papal States during this time period. This image was used to symbolize the spiritual authority of the Pope and the connection between the Papal States and the Catholic Church.
