10 Ducats - Ferdinandus V and Elisabet I ND (1497-1548) front 10 Ducats - Ferdinandus V and Elisabet I ND (1497-1548) back
10 Ducats - Ferdinandus V and Elisabet I ND (1497-1548) photo
© Jesús Vico S.A.

10 Ducats - Ferdinandus V and Elisabet I ND

 
Gold (.990) 35 g 43 mm
Description
Issuer
Spain
Queen
Isabella I (1474-1504)
King
Ferdinand V (1474-1516)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1497-1548
Value
10 Ducats (1875⁄17)
Currency
Real (1497-1833)
Composition
Gold (.990)
Weight
35 g
Diameter
43 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#76270
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Eagle holds a shield

Script: Latin

Lettering: SVB : VMBRA : ALARVM : TVARVM : PROTEGE : NOS : DOMINE

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Ducats coin from Spain featuring Ferdinandus V and Elisabet I is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in Europe. The coin was minted in the late 15th century, a period marked by the rise of powerful nation-states, the Protestant Reformation, and the decline of the Roman Catholic Church's influence. Despite these challenges, the coin still holds significant historical and numismatic value, offering a glimpse into the economic and political climate of the time.