4 Ducats - Ferdinand II ND (1479-1516) front 4 Ducats - Ferdinand II ND (1479-1516) back
4 Ducats - Ferdinand II ND (1479-1516) photo
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4 Ducats - Ferdinand II ND

 
Gold 13.81 g -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Aragon (Spanish States)
King
Ferdinand II (1479-1516)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1479-1516
Value
4 Ducats
Currency
Libra
Composition
Gold
Weight
13.81 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#397846
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned coat of arms.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
TRIVNFATOR ET CATOLICVS CRISTIANIS
L S

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 4 Ducats - Ferdinand II ND (1479-1516) coin from the Kingdom of Aragon (Spanish States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Ferdinand II, who was the King of Aragon, Sicily, and Naples, and was a key figure in the consolidation of power and influence of the Spanish Empire. The coin's gold content and high denomination made it a valuable and prestigious currency, and its minting marked an important moment in the history of European coinage.