© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Double Gold Ecu - Urban VIII Antonio Barberini Legate; Federico Sforza Vice-Legate
| Gold (.986) | 6.59 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Comtat Venaissin (Papal States) |
|---|---|
| Pope | Urban VIII (Urbanus VIII) (1623-1644) |
| Legate | Antonio Barberini (1633-1644) |
| Vice-legate | Federico Sforza (1637-1645) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1639-1640 |
| Value | 2 Gold Ecu |
| Currency | Livre Tournois |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 6.59 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#365922 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Ornate Legate arms under a cardinal's hat.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ANTONIVS · CARD · BARBERINVS · LEGAT · AVE ·
Translation: Anthony Barberini, cardinal legate of Avignon.
Comment
Variant with different cords lenght (MIR 1750/3, unlisted in Muntoni, Friedberg and Berman)
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Double Gold Ecu coin is that it was minted during the papacy of Urban VIII, who was known for his controversial reforms and political alliances. The coin's design features the papal coat of arms and the image of Saint Peter, reflecting the Catholic Church's influence on the Papal States and its currency. Additionally, the coin's gold content and weight make it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists.
