© Numismatica Varesi
© Numismatica Varesi
1 Testone - Clement XI Bust right, St. George
1716 year| Silver | 8.90 g | 34.1 mm |
| Issuer | Ferrara (Papal States) |
|---|---|
| Pope | Clement XI (Clemens XI) (1700-1721) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1716 |
| Value | 1 Teston (0.30) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 8.90 g |
| Diameter | 34.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#128683 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
St. George slaying dragon above date and arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
S·GEORGIVS PROT·FERRARIÆ
17 16
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1716 Ferrara Testone coin is that it features a unique design element - the bust of Pope Clement XI (1649-1721) on the obverse, accompanied by the image of St. George slaying a dragon on the reverse. This combination of a papal portrait and a legendary saint was a common motif in Papal States coinage during this period, symbolizing the Pope's role as a spiritual leader and protector of the faithful.
