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1 Ducatone - Philip II
| Silver (.958) | 31.87 g | 42 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Milan (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Philip I (1540-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1577-1599 (1556-1599) |
| Value | 1 Ducaton (1 Ducatone) (43⁄30) |
| Currency | Scudo (?-1796) |
| Composition | Silver (.958) |
| Weight | 31.87 g |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#71027 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Crowned shield of 4-fold arms in baroque frame
Script: Latin
Lettering: DVX. MEDIO .LANI. ET. C.
Unabridged legend: DVX MEDIOLANI ET CETERA
Edge
Plain
Comment
Size between 40 and 45 mm. Weight 30-35 gramsVarieties exist.
Interesting fact
The 1 Ducatone coin from the Duchy of Milan, issued during the reign of Philip II (1556-1599), features an unusual design on its reverse side. Instead of the typical coat of arms or other symbol of the ruling family, this coin bears an image of a shield with a cross and two dolphins on either side. This design is believed to represent the coat of arms of the city of Milan, which was an important center of trade and commerce during the Renaissance period. The inclusion of the dolphins may have been a nod to the city's proximity to the Mediterranean Sea and its role as a major port.
