XVI. Pope Gregory, originally named Bartolomeo Alberto Cappellari, was an extremely interesting and complex figure in the history of the 19th century church. During his pontificate, between 1831 and 1846, the Vatican faced a number of challenges that significantly influenced the role of the church in the changing world. XVI. Gergely was a person with a conservative mindset and a stickler for tradition. During his pontificate, Europe was under the influence of national uprisings and revolutionary ideas. The pope tried to preserve the authority and influence of the church during this turbulent period, but because of his rigid position, he often clashed with modernization efforts. He also faced internal problems of the Papal State. The population grew, the economic situation worsened, and national feeling grew stronger. Pope Gregory tried to reform the state administration, but due to the lack of resources necessary for the changes, he achieved only limited results. In Europe, the struggles for national unity and the rise of liberal ideas made the foreign policy of the Vatican difficult. The Pope tried to maintain good relations with the great powers, but was often forced to make compromises that undermined the independence of the Church. XVI. Pope Gregory was hostile to the ideas of the Enlightenment and modern science. According to the Pope, the Church must preserve its traditional teachings and resist the spirit of the world. However, this position increasingly isolated the church from the rest of society. Pope Gregory was conservative, he placed great emphasis on proselytizing. With the support of the Pope, many missions were started, especially in Asia and Africa. At the same time, the Pope was also active in the field of culture, supporting artistic and scientific initiatives.

Coinage XVI. During the reign of Pope Gregory (1831-1846), the following coins were minted: Gold: 5 Crowns, 10 Crowns, 20 Crowns, 100 Crowns Silver: 20 Krajcár, 50 Krajcár, 1 Forint, 5 Forint Copper: 10 Krajcár, 20 Krajcár These coins are in different denominations and were made in metals to meet the economic needs of the time. Gold coins were of high value and were used on special occasions such as gifts. Silver coins were in general circulation, while copper coins were used for everyday small purchases. XVI. During the reign of Pope Gregory, the papal mint operating in the Eternal City minted these coins. In addition to the mintages, the coins of the XVI. Pope Gregory's portrait and coat of arms were also depicted.