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5 Baiocchi - Pius VI
| Copper | 16.76 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Perugia (Papal States) |
|---|---|
| Pope | Pius VI (1775-1799) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1797-1798 |
| Value | 5 Baiocchi (0.05) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 16.76 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#16936 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Inscription with value and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PIVS PAPA SEXTVS ANNO XXIII
BAIOC
CINQVE
PERVGIA
1797
Engraver: Tommaso Mercandetti
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Baiocchi coin from Perugia (Papal States) made of Copper weighing 16.76g is interesting because it was minted during the reign of Pope Pius VI, who was imprisoned by Napoleon's army in 1798 and later died in captivity. This coin was likely minted during a time of political and social upheaval in the Papal States, making it a unique piece of history.
