© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
1 Ducatone - Nicolò Sagredo ND
| Silver (.948) | 27.80 g | 43 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Nicolò Sagredo (1674-1676) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1675-1676 |
| Value | 1 Ducatone = 124 Soldi (31⁄5) |
| Currency | Lira (1618-1752) |
| Composition | Silver (.948) |
| Weight | 27.80 g |
| Diameter | 43 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#121272 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Full-length facing figure of St. Justina, holding palm branch and book, in background, to either side, ship at sea and rocky island on horizon, value '124' in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MEMOR·ERO·TVI·IVSTINA·VIRG
124
Comment
Numismatica Ars Classica Auction 43, 11-07, good VF realized approximately $16,300.Interesting fact
The 1 Ducatone coin was used as a means of payment in the Republic of Venice and was equivalent to 124 soldi, which was the local currency at the time. It was also used as a trade coin in the Mediterranean region and was widely accepted by merchants and traders.
