© Tauler&Fau
© Tauler&Fau
½ Ducato ND
| Silver | 13.65 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Naples (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip I the Prudent (1554-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1554-1556 |
| Value | ½ Ducat (5⁄12) |
| Currency | Piastra (1266-1812) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 13.65 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#367885 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned shield of manifold arms in oval baroque frame
Script: Latin
Lettering: PO(-)SVIMVS. DEVM. - ADIVTOREM. N - OS(TR).
Interesting fact
The ½ Ducato was a popular trade coin in the Mediterranean region during the 16th century, and it was widely used for commercial transactions between Italy, Spain, and the Ottoman Empire. Its design featured the coat of arms of the Kingdom of Naples on one side and the image of a saint on the other, signifying the kingdom's allegiance to the Catholic Church. The coin's silver content and intricate design made it a valuable and sought-after currency in international trade.
