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1 Testone - Innocent XI MELIVS EST DARE QVAM ACCIPERE
| Issuer | Papal States |
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| Year | 1684 |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
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| Reverse description | The entire reverse field is occupied by a four-line Latin inscription in bold Roman capitals arranged within an ornate baroque cartouche, its borders formed by elaborate scrolling strapwork with foliate volutes at each corner and at top and bottom. The motto reads MELIVS EST DARE QVAM ACCIPERE, a scriptural reference to Acts 20:35 meaning 'It is more blessed to give than to receive,' reflecting the charitable ethos of Innocent XI's pontificate. The coin is enclosed by a plain inner border and an outer milled rim. |
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| Reverse lettering | MELIVS EST DARE QVAM ACCIPERE |
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| Mint | Rome |
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