½ Ducat - Ferdinandus II ND (1483-1488) front ½ Ducat - Ferdinandus II ND (1483-1488) back
½ Ducat - Ferdinandus II ND (1483-1488) photo
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½ Ducat - Ferdinandus II ND

 
Gold (.990) 1.74 g -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Valencia (Spanish States)
King
Ferdinand II (1479-1516)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1483-1488
Value
½ Ducat (21⁄40)
Currency
Libra
Composition
Gold (.990)
Weight
1.74 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#114965
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned arms. Legend around.

Script: Latin

Lettering: VALENCIE MAIORICAR

Translation: Valencia and Majorca

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Ducat - Ferdinandus II ND (1483-1488) coin from the Kingdom of Valencia (Spanish States) is that it was minted during the reign of King Ferdinand II of Aragon, who was also known as Ferdinand the Catholic. He was a prominent figure in the unification of Spain and played a significant role in the country's political and cultural development during the 15th century.