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20 Bolognini - Pius VI
Silver (.917) | 5.21 g | 27 mm |
Issuer | Bologna (Papal States) |
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Pope | Pius VI (1775-1799) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1778-1780 |
Value | 20 Bolognini (¼) |
Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
Composition | Silver (.917) |
Weight | 5.21 g |
Diameter | 27 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-09 |
Numista | N#116983 |
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Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Rampant lion to left holding a banner, value below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BONON · DOCET · 1778
LIBERTAS
20
F · B ·
Edge
The edge is not smooth but has decorative motifs
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Bolognini - Pius VI 1778-1780 coin from Bologna (Papal States) is that it features an image of Pope Pius VI, who was the Pope at the time the coin was minted. The coin was minted during a time of great political and religious upheaval in Europe, and the image of the Pope on the coin served as a symbol of stability and continuity for the Catholic Church.