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1 Testone - Clement XI Bust ND
1707 year| Silver (.917) | 7.95 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Clement XI (Clemens XI) (1700-1721) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1707 |
| Value | 1 Teston (0.30) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 7.95 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#300358 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Three Graces (Painting, Sculpture and Architecture) standing in the campidoglio
Script: Latin
Lettering: DIGNIS • VICTORIAM
Translation: Victory for the Deservings
Edge
Plain
Comment
The Motto refers to the Fine Arts Award established by Clement to young people who excelled in Painting, Sculpture or Architecture.It was taken from Second Book of Maccabei XV, 21 (Holy Bible).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Testone - Clement XI (Bust) ND (1707) coin from Papal States is that it was minted during the reign of Pope Clement XI, who was known for his efforts to reform the Catholic Church and his support for the arts. The coin's design, which features a bust of the pope, reflects the influence of Baroque art, which was popular during his papacy (1700-1721).
