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© Éditions V. Gadoury
Ducat - Charles VII of France ND
| Gold | 3.5 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Genoa › Republic of Genoa (1139-1797) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Charles VII of France (1458-1461) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1458-1461 |
| 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#418542 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross pattée in polylobe decorated with trefoils at each interior point, surrounded by beaded circle. Legend ends with initial of mint official.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ : COnRADUX : REX : ROmANO : P :
Lettering (regular font): ✠ : CONRADUX : REX : ROMANO : P :
Translation: Conrad, king of the Romans
Comment
Variants in legends exist.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Ducat - Charles VII of France ND (1458-1461) from Genoa › Republic of Genoa (1139-1797) made of Gold weighing 3.5 g is that it was used as a form of currency in the Republic of Genoa, which was a powerful and influential maritime republic in the Mediterranean during the Middle Ages. The coin's design features an image of Charles VII of France on one side and the coat of arms of Genoa on the other, symbolizing the alliance between the two powers. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact for collectors and historians, providing a glimpse into the economic and political systems of medieval Europe.
