2½ Ducati - Leo X ND (1513-1521) front 2½ Ducati - Leo X ND (1513-1521) back
2½ Ducati - Leo X ND (1513-1521) photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

2½ Ducati - Leo X ND

 
Gold 8.68 g 25.8 mm
Description
Issuer
Papal States
Pope
Leo X (1513-1521)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1513-1521
Value
2.5 Ducats (2.5 Ducati) (60)
Currency
Groschen (1188-1534)
Composition
Gold
Weight
8.68 g
Diameter
25.8 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#320745
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Three holy kings riding left

Script: Latin

Lettering:
° LVX • VERA - IN • TENE BRIS LVCET
° ROMA °

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2½ Ducati - Leo X ND (1513-1521) coin from Papal States is that it was issued during the reign of Pope Leo X, who was known for his love of art and architecture. The coin's design reflects this, featuring a detailed image of the Pope on one side and the Papal States' coat of arms on the other. Additionally, the coin was made of gold, which was a rare and valuable material at the time, further highlighting the importance of the Pope and the Papal States.