1/2 Scudo - Carlo Rezzonico Sede vacante

€1.00
IssuerPapal States
Year1774
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value1/2 Scudo
CurrencyScudo (1534-1835)
CompositionSilver (.9167)
Weight13.235 g
Dimensions35 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound
Milled
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) KM#1209, Munt#2, MIR#2749, Berman#2946
Obverse descriptionCardinal arms. Lettering around, with roman numeral date.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringSEDE • VACAN - TE • MDCCLXXIV
(Translation: Vacant Seat 1774)
Reverse descriptionRadiant dove within double circle of flames. Lettering around, value in exergue.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringVENI * LVMEN * CORDIVM * MEZZO • SCV •
(Translation: Come, light of the hearts)
EdgeEmbossed leaves
Mint
Mintage1774  - MDCCLXXIV -
Catalog ID9874741460
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