1 Ducato - Frederick II ND (1519-1540) front 1 Ducato - Frederick II ND (1519-1540) back
1 Ducato - Frederick II ND (1519-1540) photo
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1 Ducato - Frederick II ND

 
Gold 3.42 g -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Mantua (Italian States)
Marquess
Frederick II (1519-1530)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1519-1540
Value
1 Ducat (4)
Currency
Scudo
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.42 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#361911
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

St. Catarina standing facing.

Script: Latin

Lettering: SANCTA CATERINA

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ducato - Frederick II ND (1519-1540) coin from the Duchy of Mantua is that it features an image of the ruler, Frederick II, on one side, and the coat of arms of the Gonzaga family, who ruled the duchy, on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great cultural and artistic flourishing in the region, and its design reflects the Renaissance style that was popular during that period.