1 Ducato - Francesco II Gonzaga ND (1484-1519) front 1 Ducato - Francesco II Gonzaga ND (1484-1519) back
1 Ducato - Francesco II Gonzaga ND (1484-1519) photo
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1 Ducato - Francesco II Gonzaga ND

 
Gold (.986) 3.41 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Mantua (Italian States)
Marquess
Francis II (1484-1519)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1484-1519
Value
1 Ducat (4)
Currency
Scudo
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.41 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#315665
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crucible in flames

Script: Latin

Lettering: D PROBASTI ME ET COGNOVISTI M

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ducato - Francesco II Gonzaga ND (1484-1519) coin from the Duchy of Mantua (Italian States) is that it features an image of Saint George slaying a dragon on its reverse side. This design was a common motif on coins issued by the Gonzaga family, who ruled the Duchy of Mantua, and symbolized their commitment to protecting their people from harm.