1 Ducato - Charles II 1684 front 1 Ducato - Charles II 1684 back
1 Ducato - Charles II 1684 photo
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1 Ducato - Charles II

1684 year
Silver 28 g 42 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Naples (Italian States)
King
Charles V the Bewitched (1665-1700)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1684
Value
1 Ducat (1 Ducato) (⅚)
Currency
Piastra (1266-1812)
Composition
Silver
Weight
28 g
Diameter
42 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#85912
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Crowned scepter between 2 globes of eastern and western hemispheres, mintmark to left and date to right of bottom of scepter, ribbon band above with legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VNVS·NON·SVFFICIT·
AAG 1684

Interesting fact

The 1 Ducato coin from the Kingdom of Naples (Italian States) made of Silver weighing 28g has an interesting fact that it was minted during the reign of Charles II, who was known for his efforts to centralize power and promote economic growth in the kingdom. This coin was minted as part of his efforts to standardize the currency and promote trade within the kingdom.