© Numismatica Varesi
© Numismatica Varesi
1 Testone - Urban VIII Radiant Madonna - Bust
1642 year| Silver (.9167) | 9.58 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Urban VIII (Urbanus VIII) (1623-1644) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1642 |
| Value | 1 Teston (0.30) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9167) |
| Weight | 9.58 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#412720 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Radiant Virgin Mary standing on crescent.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SVB TVVM PRAESID
RO MA
Translation:
Under your protection
Rome
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1642 Papal States 1 Testone coin is that it features a unique design element known as the "Radiant Madonna," which depicts the Virgin Mary with a halo of sunrays surrounding her head. This design was introduced by Pope Urban VIII, who was known for his love of art and architecture, and it became a distinctive feature of Papal States coins during his reign.
