2 Ducati (Libertina - Libertas) 1791-1795 front 2 Ducati (Libertina - Libertas) 1791-1795 back
2 Ducati (Libertina - Libertas) 1791-1795 photo
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2 Ducati Libertina - Libertas

 
Silver 28.82 g 42 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Ragusa (Croatian States)
Period
Republic (1294-1803)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1791-1795
Value
2 Ducats (4⁄3)
Currency
Tallero (1294-1803)
Composition
Silver
Weight
28.82 g
Diameter
42 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#71127
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

Crowned shield within sprigs. Lettering around. Date and mint letters below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LI
BER
TAS
DUCE・DEO - FIDE・ET・IVST
G 1794 A

Translation:
Liberty
Under the rule of God, faith and justice.

Comment

That type of coin is Libertina and was minted from 1792 to 1795 . Its weight was 28.824 g and was between 41 and 43 mm in diameter.

Variations exist in form of details on obverse and lettering details on reverse: G-A/C-A and RHACUSI/RHACVS as well as year in italics.

Before 1792 another type of Libertina was minted with different reverse side. Check link below for more information.

Interesting fact

The 2 Ducati coin from the Republic of Ragusa (Croatian States) features a unique design, with the obverse side bearing the image of Libertina (Liberty) and the reverse side featuring the symbol of Libertas (Freedom). This coin was minted between 1791 and 1795 and is made of silver, weighing 28.82 grams. It is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a limited number of coins minted during its production run.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1793 GA - - - - - -
1794 GA - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Ducati (Libertina - Libertas) 1791-1795 coin.