Ferrara (Papal States) 1 Testone - Sede Vacante, 1655
Information
Country
Ferrara (Papal States)
Ferrara (Papal States)
Currency
Scudo
(1534 – 1835)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Teston
Year
1655
Ruler
Giambattista Spada
(1654–1657)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
9.3
Diameter (mm)
31
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Teston from Ferrara (Papal States). Issued in 1655. Struck in Silver. Measures 31 mm and weighs 9.3 g.
- Obverse
- Spada arms topped with crossed keys and cardinal's cap, and flanked by letters I S. (Vacant seat Giacomo Spagnoli (mint official))
- Reverse
- Crowned arms of the city of Ferrara supported by two angels. Letters I S beneath crown. (City of Ferrara)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1655 | — |
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