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5 Baiocchi - Pius VI

 
Copper 19.6 g 33 mm
Description
Issuer
Papal States
Pope
Pius VI (1775-1799)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1797-1799
Value
5 Baiocchi (0.05)
Currency
Scudo (1534-1835)
Composition
Copper
Weight
19.6 g
Diameter
33 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#119478
Rarity index
79%

Reverse

Haloed Madonna.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SANCTA DEI GENITIX
T M

Interesting fact

The 5 Baiocchi coin from the Papal States, minted during the reign of Pope Pius VI (1797-1799), features an image of the Pope on one side and the Papal coat of arms on the other. This coin was made of copper and weighed 19.6 grams. Despite its relatively small size and value, this coin is highly sought after by collectors today due to its historical significance and rarity. In fact, some mint-condition examples of this coin have been known to sell for thousands of dollars at auction.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1797 TM - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Baiocchi - Pius VI 1797-1799 coin.