Ferrara (Papal States) Testone - Clement VIII, 1598
Information
Country
Ferrara (Papal States)
Ferrara (Papal States)
Currency
Scudo
(1534 – 1835)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Teston
Year
1598
Ruler
Clement VIII (Clemens VIII)
(1592–1605)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
9.45
Diameter (mm)
31
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Teston from Ferrara (Papal States). Issued in 1598. Struck in Silver. Measures 31 mm and weighs 9.45 g.
- Obverse
- Mid-length figure of Pope Clement in left profile, bareheaded and raising hands in prayer, a crucifix at left
- Reverse
- Full length figures of Saint Peter (left) holding keys and book, and Saint Paul (right) holding sword and book, dividing legend. Between them the arms of the Aldobrini family.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1598 | — |
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