½ Ducat - Innocent VIII ND (1484-1492) front ½ Ducat - Innocent VIII ND (1484-1492) back
½ Ducat - Innocent VIII ND (1484-1492) photo
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½ Ducat - Innocent VIII ND

 
Gold 1.41 g -
Description
Issuer
Comtat Venaissin (Papal States)
Pope
Innocent VIII (Innocentius VIII) (1484-1492)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1484-1492
Value
½ Ducat
Currency
Livre Tournois
Composition
Gold
Weight
1.41 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#366288
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crossed keys, miter above.

Script: Latin

Lettering: S PET RVS AVINIONIS

Translation: St. Peter of Avignon.

Interesting fact

The ½ Ducat coin from Comtat Venaissin (Papal States) made of Gold weighing 1.41 g is interesting because it was issued during the reign of Pope Innocent VIII, who was known for his controversial papacy, which included the establishment of the Spanish Inquisition and the persecution of Jews and other minority groups. Despite this, the coin still holds significant numismatic value and is highly sought after by collectors.