1 Ducatone - Nicolò Ramirez 1666 front 1 Ducatone - Nicolò Ramirez 1666 back
1 Ducatone - Nicolò Ramirez 1666 photo
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1 Ducatone - Nicolò Ramirez

1666 year
Silver 31.32 g 44.3 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Sabbioneta (Italian States)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1666
Value
1 Ducaton (1 Ducatone) (10)
Currency
Lira (1562-1707)
Composition
Silver
Weight
31.32 g
Diameter
44.3 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#167353
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Person over rays holding child and surrounded by legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LVNA · SVB · PE - DIBVS · EIVS ·
1666

Comment

The Ducatone's value fluctuated over time. In neighbouring Duchy of Mantua it was around 10 Lire in the 1600's.

Interesting fact

The 1 Ducatone coin was minted during the reign of Duke Nicolò Ramirez, who ruled the Duchy of Sabbioneta from 1644 to 1670. The coin features an image of the Duke on one side and the coat of arms of the Ramirez family on the other. The coin was made of silver and weighed 31.32 grams, which was a significant amount for a circulating coin at that time. It's interesting to note that the Duchy of Sabbioneta was a small state located in the northern part of Italy, and it was known for its rich agricultural land and trade routes. The coinage of the Duchy was characterized by its unique designs and high-quality craftsmanship, which made it popular among collectors and traders. Overall, the 1 Ducatone - Nicolò Ramirez 1666 coin is a valuable piece of numismatic history that offers a glimpse into the economic and political landscape of 17th-century Italy.