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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Ducat - Agostino Adorno ND
| Gold | 3.5 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Genoa › Republic of Genoa (1139-1797) |
|---|---|
| Governor | Agostino Adorno, Governor for DUkes of Milan (1488-1499) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1488-1499 |
| Value | 1 Genovino = 20 Soldi = 1 Lira |
| Currency | Genovino (1139-1528) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#419599 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross pattée in polylobe decorated with pellets at each interior point, surrounded by reeded circle. Legend ends with initial of mint official.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ : CON : RADUX : REX : ROMA : S : A :
Lettering (regular font): ✠ : CON : RADUX : REX : ROMA : S : A :
Translation: Conrad, king of the Romans
Interesting fact
The Ducat - Agostino Adorno ND (1488-1499) coin from Genoa is an interesting piece of history because it was issued during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The Republic of Genoa was a powerful maritime empire that controlled a large part of the Mediterranean Sea and had significant trade relationships with other European powers. The Ducat coin was used as a standard unit of currency throughout the Republic and was made of gold, which was a valuable and coveted metal at the time. The fact that it weighs 3.5 grams suggests that it was a substantial coin with a high value, likely used for large transactions or as a store of wealth.
