© InAsta
© InAsta
1 Testone - Innocent XI MELIVS EST DARE QVAM ACCIPERE ND
| Silver (.9167) | 9.14 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Innocent XI (Innocentius XI) (1676-1689) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1684-1689 |
| Value | 1 Teston (0.30) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9167) |
| Weight | 9.14 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#369224 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend within leaves cartouche
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MELIVS
EST DARE
QVAM
ACCIPERE
Translation: Is better to give than to receive
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Testone coin from the Papal States, featuring Innocent XI, is that it was minted during a time of significant financial reform within the Papal States. Innocent XI, who reigned from 1684 to 1689, implemented policies aimed at reducing the Papal States' debt and stabilizing its economy. The minting of this coin, which was made of silver and had a value of 1 Testone, was likely part of these financial reforms.
