2 Ducats - Louis XII ND (1500-1513) front 2 Ducats - Louis XII ND (1500-1513) back
2 Ducats - Louis XII ND (1500-1513) photo
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2 Ducats - Louis XII ND

 
Gold 6.97 g -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Milan (Italian States)
Duke
Louis I (1499-1512)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1500-1513
Value
2 Ducats (Ducati) (4)
Currency
Scudo (?-1796)
Composition
Gold
Weight
6.97 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#416298
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Rider right.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MEDIOLANI DVX

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Ducats - Louis XII ND (1500-1513) coin from the Duchy of Milan (Italian States) is that it features a unique blend of French and Italian influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears the image of King Louis XII of France, who ruled the Duchy of Milan during this time period, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of the House of Sforza, the ruling family of the Duchy of Milan. This blending of French and Italian elements reflects the complex political and cultural ties between the two regions during this period of history.