2 Ducati - Gianfrancesco II ND (1515-1533) front 2 Ducati - Gianfrancesco II ND (1515-1533) back
2 Ducati - Gianfrancesco II ND (1515-1533) photo
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2 Ducati - Gianfrancesco II ND

 
Gold 6.8 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Mirandola (Italian States)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1515-1533
Value
2 Ducats (8)
Currency
Scudo
Composition
Gold
Weight
6.8 g
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#120615
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Nimbate figure of St. Francis, kneeling to left and receiving the Stigmata.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ·AMORIS·MIR ACVLVM·

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Ducati coin from the Duchy of Mirandola is that it features an image of Gianfrancesco II, the ruler of the duchy from 1515 to 1533, on one side, and the coat of arms of the duchy on the other. This coin was made of gold and weighs 6.8 grams, making it a valuable and rare collector's item for numismatists.