Bologna 1727 1/2 bolognino

from the Tom Fitzgerald Collection

This mezzo bolognino was struck 1724-30 at Bologna during the reign of Benedict XIII (1724-30). The mezzo bolognino was one twenty-fourth of a giulio. This denomination was struck with little change 1709-56. When production resumed in 1777, the bolognino was made equal to the baiocco used elsewhere in the Papal States, i.e., one tenth of a giulio.

Recorded mintage: unknown.

Specification: 3.07 g, copper.

Catalog reference: KM 175, Ber-2586.

Source:

• Berman, Allen G., Papal Coins, South Salem, NY: Attic Books, 1991.
• Francesco Muntoni, Le Monete del Papi e Degli Stati Pontifici, 4 vols. Rome: P & P Santamaria, 1973.
• Michael, Thomas, Standard Catalog of World Coins, 1701-1800, 7th ed., Iola, WI: Krause Publications, 2016.

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• Gubbio 1726 baiocco KM-111
• Gubbio 1727 baiocco
• Coins and currency dated 1727
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