1 Scudo - Conrad I ND (1528-1541) front 1 Scudo - Conrad I ND (1528-1541) back
1 Scudo - Conrad I ND (1528-1541) photo
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1 Scudo - Conrad I ND

 
Gold (.986) 3.37 g 21.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Genoa › Republic of Genoa (1139-1797)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1528-1541
Value
1 Scudo
Currency
Scudo (1528-1797)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.37 g
Diameter
21.5 mm
Thickness
0.9 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#16107
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Emblem inside beaded circle, lettering around.

Script: Latin

Lettering: + DVX·ET·GVBER·REIPV·GEN

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Scudo coin from Genoa is that it features an image of Conrad I, who was the first Doge of Genoa to be elected for life. This was a significant departure from the traditional system of electing Doges for a fixed term, and it marked a turning point in the history of the Republic of Genoa.