Papal States 1740 1/2 baiocco

from the Tom Fitzgerald Collection

The SCWC lists only one mezzo baiocco struck at Rome in 1740, that issued for Benedict XIV (r. 1740-58). This one was issued during the sede vacante between Clement XII and Benedict XIV. Copper coinage was not usually issued during a sede vacante; this type is quite scarce.

Recorded mintage: unknown.

Specification: 5.2 g, copper.

Catalog reference: KM-unlisted, Ber-2723.

Source:

• Berman, Allen G., Papal Coins, South Salem, NY: Attic Books, 1991.
• Michael, Thomas, Standard Catalog of World Coins, 1701-1800, 7th ed., Iola, WI: Krause Publications, 2016.

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