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Doppio Giulio - Pius VI Bust
| Silver (.917) | 5.38 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Pius VI (1775-1799) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1777-1784 |
| Value | 2 Giuli (0.2) |
| Currency | Scudo (1534-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 5.38 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#47075 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Holy Mother seated on clouds holding a set of keys, church in the background.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AVXILIVM DE SANCTO 1777
Translation: Help from the Saint
Edge
Embossed leaves
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Doppio Giulio - Pius VI (Bust) coin is that it was minted during the reign of Pope Pius VI, who was the last Pope to rule over the Papal States before they were annexed by France in 1798.
