© Numismatica Ferrarese
© Numismatica Ferrarese
2 Lire - Pius IX Small bust
1866 year| Silver (.835) | 9.5 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Pius IX (1846-1878) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1866 |
| Value | 2 Lire |
| Currency | Lira (1866-1870) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 9.5 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#384025 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Value and date within wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
* STATO * PONTIFICIO *
2 LIRE
1866
R
Translation: Papal State
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1866 Papal States 2 Lire coin with the small bust of Pius IX is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in the Papal States. The coin was minted in 1866, just a few years after the Papal States had lost their independence and been annexed by the Kingdom of Italy. Despite this, the coin still bears the image of the Pope, indicating the continued importance of the Catholic Church in the region. Additionally, the use of silver in the coin's minting was a common practice during this time period, as it was a valuable and durable metal that was widely used in coinage.
