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1 Ducaton - Ferdinando di Borbone
| Silver (.902) | 25.704 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Parma and Piacenza (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1786-1790 |
| Value | 1 Ducaton (1 Ducatone) (7) |
| Currency | Lira (?-1802) |
| Composition | Silver (.902) |
| Weight | 25.704 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#105380 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned arms in leafy sprigs.
Script: Latin
Lettering: D · G · PERMÆ PLAC · ET VAST · DVX 1786
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducaton - Ferdinando di Borbone 1786-1790 coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Europe. The coin was issued by the Duchy of Parma and Piacenza, which was a small state in northern Italy that was ruled by the House of Bourbon. During this time, the French Revolution was taking place, and many European monarchies were facing pressure from their subjects to reform and become more democratic. Despite these challenges, the 1 Ducaton coin remained a popular and widely used form of currency throughout the region.
