1/2 Scudo Sede Vacante

€29,319.00
IssuerPapal States
Year1823
TypeCommemorative circulation coin
Value1/2 Scudo
CurrencyScudo (1534-1835)
CompositionSilver (.917)
Weight13.25 g
Dimensions35 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound
Milled
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) KM#1291, Munt#5
Obverse descriptionArms with cardinal hat, keys, cross of Malta and a radiant dove above.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringSEDE VACANTE - MDCCCXXIII.
(Translation: Seat Vacant, year)
Reverse descriptionFemale figure symbolizing the Holy Roman Church with radiant head seating on clouds with in her hands a pair of keys. On the right a temple.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringAVXILIVM / DE / SANCTO •
EdgeLettering: IN TERRA
Mint
Mintage1823 B - II -
Catalog ID7618172950
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