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1 Testone - Innocent XI MELIVS EST DARE QVAM ACCIPERE
1685 year| Silver (.9167) | 9.17 g | 32.4 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Innocent XI (Innocentius XI) (1676-1689) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1685 |
| Value | 1 Teston (0.30) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9167) |
| Weight | 9.17 g |
| Diameter | 32.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#118045 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Inscription and date within leaves and ribbons wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MELIVS
EST DARE
QVAM
ACCIPERE
1685
Translation: It is better to give than to receive
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Testone coin from the Papal States, minted in 1685 during the reign of Pope Innocent XI, features an interesting inscription on its reverse side. The inscription "MELIVS EST DARE QVAM ACCIPERE" translates to "It is sweeter to give than to receive." This phrase emphasizes the importance of charity and generosity, reflecting the values held by the Catholic Church during that time.
