© The Heberden Coin Room, Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford
© The Heberden Coin Room, Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford
1 Ducat - Paul II PETRE PASCE OVES MEAS ND
| Gold (.999) | 3.45 g | 24.1 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Paul II (Paulus II) (1464-1471) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1464-1471 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (1 Ducato) (24) |
| Currency | Groschen (1188-1534) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 3.45 g |
| Diameter | 24.1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#370669 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Saint Peter and Jesus standing, four sheep below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ٠PETRE٠PASCE OVES٠MEAS
Translation: Peter take care of my sheeps
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Paul II (PETRE PASCE OVES MEAS) ND (1464-1471) coin from Papal States is that it features a unique design on its reverse side. Instead of the usual depiction of a saint or a religious scene, this coin bears the image of a shepherd tending to his flock, surrounded by the words "PETRE PASCE OVES MEAS" which translates to "Peter, feed my sheep" in Latin. This design was chosen to symbolize the role of the Pope as the spiritual shepherd of his flock, and it adds a touch of elegance and meaning to the coin's design.
