© Rhenumis by Dr. Reinhard Fischer
© Rhenumis by Dr. Reinhard Fischer
1 Testone - Clement XI
| Silver (.917) | 7.95 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Clement XI (Clemens XI) (1700-1721) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1707-1708 |
| Value | 1 Teston (0.30) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 7.95 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#308513 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Charity standing with 3 children
Script: Latin
Lettering:
* A * DEO * ET * * * PRO * DEO *
.E. .H.
Translation: From God and For God
Edge
Plain
Comment
Obverse legend means "[Richness comes] from God and [is] for God"and is referred to the Hospice of S. Michael in Ripa Grande.Varieties exist in Coat of Arms surmonted by a Cherub, Shell or nothing
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Testone - Clement XI 1707-1708 coin from the Papal States is that it was minted during a time of significant political and religious tension. Pope Clement XI, who ruled from 1700 to 1721, was known for his controversial policies, including his opposition to the Jansenist movement and his support for the Jesuits. This coin was minted during his papacy, and its production was likely overseen by the Papal States' mint, which was established in 1509 and operated until 1870. Despite the political and religious tensions of the time, the coin's design and production were likely done with great care and attention to detail, as was customary for coins minted by the Papal States.
