© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
1 Ducatone - Scipione Gonzaga
1639 year| Silver | 31.64 g | - |
| Issuer | Bozzolo (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1639 |
| Value | 1 Ducatone (6) |
| Currency | Lira (1497-1670) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 31.64 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#121808 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
St. Peter receiving keys from Christ, date in roman numerals below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TVES·PETRVS : PRÆSIDIVM·NOSTPVM
MDCXXXIX
Interesting fact
The 1 Ducatone coin was minted during the reign of Scipione Gonzaga, who was the Duke of Mantua and Montferrat from 1630 to 1647. The coin features an image of the Duke on one side and the coat of arms of the Gonzaga family on the other. The coin was made of silver and weighed 31.64 grams, which was a significant amount for a circulating coin at that time. It's interesting to note that the coin was minted during a time of great cultural and artistic flourishing in Italy, known as the Baroque period. The Gonzaga family was known for their patronage of the arts, and the coin's design reflects this, with its intricate details and ornate decorations. Overall, the 1 Ducatone - Scipione Gonzaga 1639 coin is a fascinating piece of history that not only showcases the artistic and cultural achievements of the time, but also provides a glimpse into the political and economic climate of 17th-century Italy.
