Barberin - Urban VIII Anthony Barberini Legate
| Silver | 2.80 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Comtat Venaissin (Papal States) |
|---|---|
| Pope | Urban VIII (Urbanus VIII) (1623-1644) |
| Legate | Antonio Barberini (1633-1644) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1626-1637 |
| Value | 1 Barberin (¼) |
| Currency | Livre Tournois |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.80 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#63367 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Bust of Saint Peter above a cardinal hat and arms of Barberini.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S•PETRVS•AVENIO★
Translation: Saint Peter, Avignon.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the papacy of Urban VIII, who was a member of the Barberini family and was known for his extensive reforms within the Catholic Church and his support for the arts. The coin's design features the image of Urban VIII on one side and the Barberini family crest on the other, symbolizing the powerful influence of the Barberini family during this time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1632 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Barberin - Urban VIII (Anthony Barberini Legate) 1626-1637 coin.
