1840 R X Papal States Silver Scudo - Pope Gregory XVI - NGC MS62

1840 R X Papal States Scudo – Pope Gregory XVI KM# 1324 • Silver • ASW 0.7775 oz

Description:

1840 Scudo from the Papal States under Pope Gregory XVI, struck at the Rome Mint (R). Graded NGC MS62(Top Pop)—a strong Mint State example with excellent eye appeal and the finest NGC has graded to date.

Obverse: Bust of Pope Gregory XVI left, “GREGORIVS·XVI·PONT·MAX·A·X” around (10th year of reign).

Reverse: “SCVDO 1840” within laurel wreath.

Specifications:

•  Denomination: Scudo

•  KM Number: KM# 1324

•  Composition: Silver (.900 fine)

•  Weight: 26.87 grams

•  ASW: 0.7775 oz pure silver

•  Diameter: 38 mm 

•  Grade/Condition: NGC MS62 - Top Pop at NGC (attractive Mint State with deep toning and appealing surfaces; cert #5957969-006)

Historical Note:

Pope Gregory XVI (reigned 1831–1846) was the last non-Italian pope until the 21st century and a staunch traditionalist who opposed liberal reforms and the Risorgimento movement. His papacy occurred during a turbulent period for the Papal States as revolutionary ideas swept Europe. These large silver scudi are prized by collectors for their papal portraiture and connection to 19th-century Vatican history.

Priced competitively for the grade and eye appeal—strong value in the current market for high-grade Papal silver. You can always reach out to me if you’d like to make an offer on anyone coin I list though. Always happy to listen to reasonable offers

Coin pictured is the exact one you will receive.