© CGB
© CGB
Piastre - Clement VIII Octave of Acquaviva Legate
1599 year| Silver | 31.61 g | 41.5 mm |
| Issuer | Comtat Venaissin (Papal States) |
|---|---|
| Pope | Clement VIII (Clemens VIII) (1592-1605) |
| Legate | Ottavio Acquaviva (1593-1601) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1599 |
| Value | 1 Piastre (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Livre Tournois |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 31.61 g |
| Diameter | 41.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#303815 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Legate Arms under cardinal's hat.
Script: Latin
Lettering: OCTAVIVS CARD D AQVAVIVA LEGA AVENIO
Translation: Octave of Acquaviva, cardinal legate of Avignon.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Piastre - Clement VIII (Octave of Acquaviva Legate) 1599 from Comtat Venaissin (Papal States) coin is that it was minted during a time of great religious and political upheaval in Europe. The coin was issued by Pope Clement VIII, who was the Pope from 1592 until his death in 1605. During his papacy, he faced many challenges, including the Protestant Reformation and conflicts with European powers such as France and Spain. Despite these challenges, the Pope was able to maintain the power and influence of the Papal States, and the coin issued during his reign serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of the Catholic Church.
