1 Testone - Clement XII PRAESIDIVM ET DECVS
| Silver (.917) | 8.34 g | 30.2 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Clement XII (Clemens XII) (1730-1740) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1735-1736 |
| Value | 1 Teston (0.30) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 8.34 g |
| Diameter | 30.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#67892 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
St. Andrew Corsini receiving mitre from angel.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PRAESIDIVM ET DECVS
MDCC XXXV
O H
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Testone - Clement XII (PRAESIDIVM ET DECVS) 1735-1736 coin from the Papal States is that it features a unique design on its reverse side. Instead of the typical depiction of a saint or a religious scene, this coin bears an image of a large key, which symbolizes the key of St. Peter, a significant symbol in Catholicism and a representation of the Pope's authority. This design was chosen to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Pope Clement XII's papacy.
