© Nomisma
© Nomisma
1 Testone - Pius VI Pointed shield
1796 year| Silver (.9167) | 7.86 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Pius VI (1775-1799) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1796 |
| Value | 1 Teston (0.30) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9167) |
| Weight | 7.86 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#370517 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
St. Peter and St. Andrew standing.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SANCTVS·PET RVS·SANCTVS· ANDREAS
Edge
Embossed leaves
Comment
Reverse legend can be without pointsInteresting fact
The 1 Testone coin from the Papal States, minted in 1796 during the reign of Pope Pius VI, features a unique pointed shield design on its reverse side.
