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1 Ducat - Mircea cel Bătrân ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Wallachia (Moldavia and Wallachia) |
|---|---|
| Voivode | Mircea I the Elder (1386-1418) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1384-1418 |
| Value | 1 Ducat |
| Currency | Ducat (1364-1714) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#183239 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Cyrillic
Interesting fact
The 1 Ducat coin featuring Mircea cel Bătrân (Mircea the Elder) was minted during his reign as the Prince of Wallachia, which lasted from 1384 to 1418. Mircea cel Bătrân was a prominent figure in Romanian history, known for his military campaigns against the Ottoman Empire and his efforts to unify the principalities of Moldavia and Wallachia. The coin's design features an image of Mircea cel Bătrân on one side and the Wallachian coat of arms on the other. The use of silver in the coin's minting adds to its value and historical significance, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and history enthusiasts.
