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1⁄12 Ecu - Innocent XII Peter Ottoboni Legate
1693 year| Silver (.9167) | 1.86 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Comtat Venaissin (Papal States) |
|---|---|
| Pope | Innocent XII (Innocentius XII) (1691-1700) |
| Legate | Pietro Ottoboni (1690-1693) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1693 |
| Value | 1⁄12 Ecu = 5 Sols (¼) |
| Currency | Livre Tournois |
| Composition | Silver (.9167) |
| Weight | 1.86 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#349826 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Papal Coat of Arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1693
Edge
Plain.
Interesting fact
The 1693 Innocent XII (Peter Ottoboni Legate) 1/12 Ecu coin from Comtat Venaissin (Papal States) is interesting because it was minted during a time of significant political and religious upheaval in Europe. The Papal States, which covered a large portion of central Italy, were a powerful and influential entity at the time, and the coinage issued by the Papacy was an important symbol of its authority and influence. The coin's design, which features an image of Innocent XII, serves as a reminder of the close relationship between the Papacy and the Holy Roman Empire during this period. Additionally, the use of silver in the coin's minting process speaks to the value placed on this precious metal during the time and the care taken in its production. Overall, this coin offers a fascinating glimpse into the complex political and religious landscape of 17th-century Europe.
