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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
1 Ducat - Bonifacio IV Paleologo ND
| Gold | 3.42 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Montferrat (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Marquess | Boniface IV Palaeologus (1518-1530) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1518-1530 |
| Value | 1 Ducat |
| Currency | Fiorino |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.42 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#241584 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mintred, mantled, and nimbate saint Evasio blessing and riding horse right. Small shield below with double-headed eagle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: · S · · E V A X IVS · ⵓ
Comment
It is known that in 1532 the engraver Andrea Ferrore di Carmagnola, who worked at the Messerano mint, had contacts with the Paleologus family, but this is insufficient evidence to affirm that already in previous years he worked for the family and engraved this coin.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Bonifacio IV Paleologo ND (1518-1530) coin from Montferrat (Italian States) is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Constantine the Great on one side, while the other side bears the coat of arms of the Paleologus family, who were the ruling dynasty of Montferrat during that time. This coin is a rare and valuable example of numismatic art from the Renaissance period, and its gold content makes it a highly sought-after collector's item among coin enthusiasts.
