Obverse © Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG – Reverse © Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
Obverse © Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG – Reverse © Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Ducato - Pius II ND
| Gold | 3.5 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Bologna (Papal States) |
|---|---|
| Pope | Pius II (1458-1464) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1458-1464 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (1 Ducato) (24) |
| Currency | Groschen (1188-1534) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#320101 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Saint Peter standing facing, nimbate, holding keys in left hand, book in left, flanked by Piccolomini arms topped with tiara (left) and Capranica arms (right)
Script: Latin
Lettering: ⸰ S ⸰ PETRVS ⸰ APOSTOLVS ⸰
Translation: Saint Peter, apostle
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducato - Pius II ND (1458-1464) from Bologna (Papal States) made of Gold weighing 3.5 g is that it was minted during the reign of Pope Pius II, who was known for his efforts to reform the Catholic Church and his support for the arts. The coin's design likely reflects the artistic style of the time and may feature an image of the Pope or other religious symbols.
