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1 Testone - Pius V ND
| Silver (.9201) | 9.28 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Pius V (1566-1572) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1571-1572 |
| Value | 1 Teston (0.30) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9201) |
| Weight | 9.28 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#369262 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Pope kneeling in front of the Cross, praying.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
·ABSIT·NISI·IN TE·GLORIARI·
ROMA·C·
Translation: I have no other glory than you
Comment
This coin was minted for the victory of the Saint League, ruled by Don Giovanni of Austria, over the Turkish fleet, ruled by Mehmet Ali Pascia, in 1571 at the battle of Lepanto in the Gulf of Patras.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Testone coin from Papal States is that it was minted during the reign of Pope Pius V, who was a member of the Dominican Order and a prominent figure in the Counter-Reformation movement. He was known for his strong stance against Protestantism and his efforts to reform the Catholic Church, which is reflected in the coin's design. The coin features an image of the Pope on one side and the Papal States' coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the Pope's authority and influence.
