2 Ducats - Clement VII ND (1523-1534) front 2 Ducats - Clement VII ND (1523-1534) back
2 Ducats - Clement VII ND (1523-1534) photo
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2 Ducats - Clement VII ND

 
Gold 6.934 g -
Description
Issuer
Papal States
Pope
Clement VII (Clemens VII) (1523-1534)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1523-1534
Value
2 Ducats (2 Ducati) (48)
Currency
Groschen (1188-1534)
Composition
Gold
Weight
6.934 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#426647
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Saint Peter and Saint Paul standing facing.
Mintmaster's sign between them.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
٠S٠PETRVS٠S٠PAVLVS٠
ROMA

Translation:
Saint Peter, Saint Paul
Rome

Comment

Mintmaster's sign of Consoli Fiorentini. Actually it is not listed in the main Papal States catalogs.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Ducats - Clement VII ND (1523-1534) coin from the Papal States is that it features a unique design element: the coat of arms of the Medici family, who were powerful bankers and political leaders in Florence, Italy. This is notable because the Papal States were traditionally seen as a separate entity from the secular world, and the inclusion of a family crest on a papal coin was a rare occurrence. It highlights the influence and power of the Medici family during this time period.