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I cannot find much information on this coin. All I know is that it appears to be of Pope Innocent X possibly from around 1650. I think it's bronze or mixed metal. Is this considered a rare coin? Any idea of the value? Thanks in advance!   |
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Valued Member
United States
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This is in really good shape. Perhaps too good. It may be a replica.
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Canada
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No, satxwd, I don't believe this is a replica (though I could be wrong) but either an original or a restrike.
I think it is a medal, not a coin.The date written on it is 1650 (in the middle of Innocent X reign as pope). There is no denomination . Since it could be a medal, it cannot really circulate into the population like normal currency does, causing wear and damage. This example was probably kept nice in someone's house or a museum for generations.
There are a lot of papal medals that are from the 16-17th century or restrikes also from around that time which are in excellent condition and sell for over $100.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Papal Medal. Restrike. Probably 19th Century. Value = $250-350.00. Nice.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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You are right. Not much information. There are books. Need to dig deep. Try a guy name Charlies Davis- Bookseller. Tell him John Lorenzo sent you. Good Luck.
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United Kingdom
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Pillar of the Community
United Kingdom
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This, by the way, is almost certainly a nineteenth century restrike.
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Rest in Peace
United States
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 , Buidez! You can't trade/buy until you have 50 posts. |
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France
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Well, actually he can, but not here :p
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Posted 12/18/2011 5:58 pm
