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1 Ducatone - Octavio Farnese
| Silver | 31.56 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Parma and Piacenza (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Ottavio Farnese (1547-1586) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1583-1584 |
| Value | 1 Ducaton (1 Ducatone) (7) |
| Currency | Lira (?-1802) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 31.56 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#425123 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Coat of arms of Octavio Farnese within shield below crown, flanked by the Municipal Arms of Piacenza. Engravers initials flank the shield below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PLACENTIA • ROMANOR • COLONIA •
P C
Unabridged legend: PLACENTIA ROMANORUM COLONIA
Translation: Piacenza, Colony of the Romans
Comment
Variable weight, with some specimens at 26 - 27 grams.
Interesting fact
The 1 Ducatone coin from the Duchy of Parma and Piacenza, featuring Octavio Farnese, has a unique feature - it has a hole in the center, which was used to thread a cord or ribbon through, allowing the coin to be worn as a pendant or amulet. This practice was common in the 16th century, and it adds an interesting historical context to the coin's use and value.
