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1 Ducato
| Silver (.566) | 20.1 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Ragusa (Croatian States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1294-1803) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1722-1797 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (⅔) |
| Currency | Tallero (1294-1803) |
| Composition | Silver (.566) |
| Weight | 20.1 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#86549 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Crowned, ornamented Coat of Arms. Lettering around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DUCAT・REIP・RHAGVSINE
Translation: Ducat of Ragusan Republic
Comment
1723 Ducato: Mean weight of 19,498 g and fineness of .566 silver.1797 Ducato: Mean weight of 13,370 g and fineness of .489 silver.
There are four different types of Ducato:
- Type I: Obverse without S B monogram and with engraver's name G A (Giovanni Angeli). Reverse without engraver's name.
- Type II: Obverse with S B monogram and with engraver's name G A (Giovanni Angeli). Reverse without engraver's name. On the photo above.
- Type III: Obverse with S B monogram. Reverse slightly different in details and with engraver's name A O (Antun Obad).
- Type IV: Same as Type III with the engraver's inscription more separated (A O)
Ducato from 1797 is the first coin from Ragusa that was minted in seal (its edge is ornamented).
Interesting fact
The 1 Ducato coin was used as a trade coin in the Mediterranean region during the 18th century, and its design was inspired by the Venetian Ducat, which was a popular trade coin at the time. The obverse of the coin features the coat of arms of the Republic of Ragusa, while the reverse features the image of St. Blaise, the patron saint of Dubrovnik (the capital city of the Republic of Ragusa). The coin's silver content and weight were carefully regulated to ensure its authenticity and value, making it a reliable medium of exchange for merchants and traders.
