2 Scudi d'Oro - Francis I ND (1629-1658) front 2 Scudi d'Oro - Francis I ND (1629-1658) back
2 Scudi d'Oro - Francis I ND (1629-1658) photo
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2 Scudi d'Oro - Francis I ND

 
Gold (.986) 6.56 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Modena and Reggio (Italian States)
Duke
Francis I (1629-1658)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1629-1658
Value
2 Scudi d'Oro (24)
Currency
Scudo
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
6.56 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#364820
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Madonna with child.

Script: Latin

Lettering: IRAM. INDIGACIN. AVERTISTI.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Scudi d'Oro coin from the Duchy of Modena and Reggio is that it was minted during the reign of Francis I, who was a member of the House of Este and ruled the duchy from 1629 to 1658. The coin was made of gold (.986) and weighed 6.56 grams. Despite its small size, the coin was a significant denomination in its time and was used widely in trade and commerce within the Italian States.