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5 Baiocchi - Pius VI
| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | Ascoli (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 |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#86175 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Star above written value within inner circle, date in outer circle with legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BAIOC
QUINQVE
ASCOLI
1797
Interesting fact
The 5 Baiocchi coin from the Papal States, featuring Pope Pius VI, has an interesting feature - it was made of copper, which was a common material for coins at the time. However, what makes it stand out is that the coin was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Papal States, with the French Revolution and the subsequent Napoleonic Wars causing political and economic upheaval in the region. Despite this, the coin remained in circulation and was a testament to the resilience of the Papal States and its people during a time of great change and uncertainty.