2 Ducats - Ioana and Karolus I ND (1516-1555) front 2 Ducats - Ioana and Karolus I ND (1516-1555) back
2 Ducats - Ioana and Karolus I ND (1516-1555) photo
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2 Ducats - Ioana and Karolus I ND

 
Gold (.750) 7 g -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Aragon (Spanish States)
King
Charles I (1516-1556)
Queen
Joanna (1516-1555)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1516-1555
Value
2 Ducats
Currency
Libra
Composition
Gold (.750)
Weight
7 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#135091
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned shield

Script: Latin

Lettering:
+ IOANA : ET : KAROLVS : ARAGONVM V
L S

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Ducats - Ioana and Karolus I ND (1516-1555) coin from the Kingdom of Aragon (Spanish States) is that it features a unique blend of Gothic and Renaissance styles in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the crowned and mantled effigies of King Charles I and Queen Joanna, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of the Kingdom of Aragon, surrounded by intricate floral and geometric patterns. This blend of styles reflects the cultural and artistic influences of the time period in which the coin was minted.