2 Doppie 1638-1722 front 2 Doppie 1638-1722 back
2 Doppie 1638-1722 photo
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2 Doppie

 
Gold (.986) 14 g -
Description
Issuer
Genoa › Republic of Genoa (1139-1797)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1638-1722
Value
2 Doppie = 4 Gold Scudi = 6 Scudi
Currency
Scudo (1528-1797)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
14 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#330747
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross

Script: Latin

Lettering: DVX ET GVB REIP GENV

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Doppie coin from Genoa is that it was used as a form of currency during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The Republic of Genoa was a powerful and influential state in the Mediterranean during the 16th to 18th centuries, and its currency was widely used in trade and commerce. The 2 Doppie coin was first introduced in 1638 and was used until 1722, during which time it was made of gold (.986) and weighed 14 grams. Despite its small size, the coin was a significant symbol of the wealth and power of the Genoese Republic, and it remains a valuable collector's item to this day.