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4 Ducats - Ferdinandus V and Elisabet I ND
| Gold (.990) | 14 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| Queen | Isabella I (1474-1504) |
| King | Ferdinand V (1474-1516) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1497-1548 |
| Value | 4 Ducats (750⁄17) |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Gold (.990) |
| Weight | 14 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Thickness | 0.8 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#76017 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Shield on an eagle
Script: Latin
Lettering: SVB:VMBRA:ALARVM:TVARVM:PROTEGE:NOS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Ducats - Ferdinandus V and Elisabet I ND (1497-1548) coin from Spain is that it was minted during the reign of King Ferdinand II of Aragon and Queen Elizabeth I of Castile, who ruled jointly as co-monarchs of Spain. This coin was used as a standard circulation coin during their reign, which was a time of great cultural, artistic, and economic growth in Spain. The coin's design features the effigies of both monarchs on opposite sides, with King Ferdinand on one side and Queen Elizabeth on the other. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, highly sought after by numismatists and historians interested in the history of Spain and its monarchy.
