1 Testone (Sede Vacante) ND (1691) front 1 Testone (Sede Vacante) ND (1691) back
1 Testone (Sede Vacante) ND (1691) photo
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1 Testone Sede Vacante ND

1691 year
Silver (.917) 9.596 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Papal States
Camerlengo
Paluzzo Paluzzi Altieri degli Albertoni (Sede Vacante) (1691)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1691
Value
1 Teston (0.30)
Currency
Scudo (1534-1835)
Composition
Silver (.917)
Weight
9.596 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#112309
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Radiant dove flying down.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DOCERIT · ET SVCCERET
RO MA

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Testone (Sede Vacante) ND (1691) coin from the Papal States is that it features an image of the Papal keys and the tiara on one side, and the coat of arms of the Papal States on the other. This design was used during the Sede Vacante period, which occurs between the death of a pope and the election of a new one, when the Papal States are governed by a temporary administrator. The use of these symbols highlights the importance of the Catholic Church and the Papal States during this time.