© Nomisma
© Nomisma
1 Testone - Pius VI Oval small shield
1790 year| Silver (.9167) | 7.92 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Pius VI (1775-1799) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1790 |
| Value | 1 Teston (0.30) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9167) |
| Weight | 7.92 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#370516 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
St. Peter and St. Andrew standing.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SANCTVS·PET RVS·SANCTVS· ANDREAS
Edge
Embossed leaves
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1790 Papal States 1 Testone coin is that it features an image of Pope Pius VI, who was the Pope at the time the coin was minted. He is depicted on the obverse side of the coin, surrounded by an oval shield with the coat of arms of the Papal States. This coin was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Europe, as the French Revolution was taking place and the Papal States were facing political and military challenges. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable and interesting piece of numismatic history.
