8 Soldi - Ferdinando ND (1612-1626) front 8 Soldi - Ferdinando ND (1612-1626) back
8 Soldi - Ferdinando ND (1612-1626) photo
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8 Soldi - Ferdinando ND

 
Billon 2.42 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Mantua (Italian States)
Duke
Ferdinand I (1612-1626)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1612-1626
Value
8 Soldi (2⁄45)
Currency
Scudo
Composition
Billon
Weight
2.42 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#119683
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Radiant sunface in circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering: NON·MVTVATA·LVCE·

Comment

Orientation of lettering varies.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 8 Soldi coin from the Duchy of Mantua is that it features an image of Ferdinando Gonzaga, the ruler of the duchy from 1612 to 1626, on one side, and the coat of arms of the Gonzaga family on the other. This coin was made of billon, a type of alloy that is composed of a mixture of metals, and weighs 2.42 grams.