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5 Baiocchi - Pio IX 835 Silver
| Silver (.835) | 1.333 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Pius IX (1846-1878) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1865-1866 |
| Value | 5 Baiocchi = 1 Grosso (0.05) |
| Currency | Scudo (1835-1866) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 1.333 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#38289 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Value and date within wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5
BAIOCCHI
1865
R
Engraver: Carl Friedrich Voigt
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Baiocchi - Pio IX (835 Silver) 1865-1866 coin from the Papal States is that it was minted during a time of significant political and religious change. The coin was issued during the reign of Pope Pius IX, who was the longest-reigning Pope in history, serving from 1846 to 1878. During his papacy, the Papal States underwent significant modernization and liberalization, including the introduction of a new currency system, which replaced the traditional system of bartering with silver coins. The 5 Baiocchi coin was part of this new currency system and was widely used throughout the Papal States. Despite the changes, the coin still maintained the traditional design of the Papal States' coins, featuring the image of the Pope on one side and the coat of arms of the Papal States on the other. This coin is a unique piece of history that reflects the intersection of religion, politics, and economics during a time of great change.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1865 R | 106370 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1866 R | 39918 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Baiocchi - Pio IX (835 Silver) 1865-1866 coin.
