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2½ Baiocchi - Pius VI
| Copper | 17.2 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Fermo (Papal States) |
|---|---|
| Pope | Pius VI (1775-1799) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1796-1797 |
| Value | 2½ Baiocchi (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 17.2 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#106632 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Saints' bust to left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S P APOSTOLORUM · PRINCEPS
Translation: Saint Peter Prince of the Apostles
Edge
Plain
Comment
MIR 2908 / MUNT 320-322 / KM#2.1: Reverse legend "S P APOSTOLORUM PRINCEPS"MIR 2907 / MUNT 321 / KM#2.2: Reverse legend "S P PETRUS APOSTOL · PRINC"
KM#2.3: Reverse legend "S P APOSTOLORUM PRINCDDS"
Interesting fact
The 2½ Baiocchi coin from Fermo (Papal States) made of Copper weighing 17.2g has an interesting fact that it was minted during the papacy of Pope Pius VI, who was the last pope to rule over the Papal States before they were annexed by France in 1798. This coin was minted in 1796-1797, which was a time of great political and social upheaval in Europe, and it is a testament to the enduring legacy of the Papal States and their currency.
