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1 Ducato - Ercole I ND
| Gold | 3.4 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Ferrara (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Ercole I (1471-1505) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1471-1505 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (1 Ducato) (4) |
| Currency | Scudo (1264-1597) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#128710 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Facing figure of Christ rising from tomb and holding a staff with pennant.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ·SVREXIT·XPS·REX·GLE·
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducato - Ercole I ND (1471-1505) coin from the Duchy of Ferrara is that it features an image of Hercules, the mythological hero, on its reverse side. This design was chosen to symbolize the power and strength of the ruling dynasty, the House of Este, which ruled Ferrara from the 14th to the 16th century. The coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians.
