© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
1 Testone - Vitellozzo Vitelli Sede Vacante ND
| Silver | 8.09 g | - |
| Issuer | Macerata (Papal States) |
|---|---|
| Camerlengo | Vitellozzo Vitelli (Sede Vacante) (1565-1566) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Years | 1565-1566 |
| Value | 1 Teston (0.30) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 8.09 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#330393 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
St. Peter, nimmed and with keys, seated on the throne facing and blessing
Script: Latin
Lettering:
S·PETRVS APOSTOLVS S.
·MACER·
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the Sede Vacante (Vacant See) period, which refers to the time between the death of a Pope and the election of a new one. This period was marked by political instability and power struggles within the Catholic Church, and the minting of coins was often used as a way to demonstrate the authority and legitimacy of the ruling party. The fact that this coin was minted during this time period suggests that it may have played a role in the political and religious upheaval of the era.
