1 Ducat - Radu III cel Frumos (mirrored arms) ND (1462-1475) front 1 Ducat - Radu III cel Frumos (mirrored arms) ND (1462-1475) back
1 Ducat - Radu III cel Frumos (mirrored arms) ND (1462-1475) photo
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1 Ducat - Radu III cel Frumos mirrored arms ND

 
Silver 0.59 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Wallachia (Moldavia and Wallachia)
Voivode
Radu III the Fair (1462-1473, 1473-1475)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1462-1475
Value
1 Ducat
Currency
Ducat (1364-1714)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.59 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#226561
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Golden eagle regardant (looking over its shoulder) right with cross under its wing, standing on great helm facing left.

Script: Cyrillic

Lettering: ✠ IW PAДVЛ BOHBOД

Interesting fact

The 1 Ducat - Radu III cel Frumos (mirrored arms) ND (1462-1475) coin from Wallachia (Moldavia and Wallachia) is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few examples known to exist. It is believed to have been minted during the reign of Radu III cel Frumos, who was a prince of Wallachia in the 15th century. The coin's design features a unique mirrored arms pattern, which sets it apart from other coins of the time. Its rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.