Papal States (1534-49) scudo d'oro Fr-344

from the Tom Fitzgerald Collection

The Bologna mint began issuing gold for the popes during the reign of Urban VI (1378-89) and continued until Pius VI (1774-99). This scudo d'oro of Paul III (1534-49) is somewhat available.

Recorded mintage: unknown.

Specification: 3.36 g, .917 fine gold.

Catalog reference: Fr-344, Ber-926b.

Source:

• Berman, Allen G., Papal Coins, South Salem, NY: Attic Books, 1991.
• Friedberg, Arthur L. and Ira S. Friedberg, Gold Coins of the World, From Ancient Times to the Present, 7th ed., Clifton, NJ: Coin and Currency Institute, 2003.

Link to:

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