Ducat - Dorino Gattilusio ND (1428-1449) front Ducat - Dorino Gattilusio ND (1428-1449) back
Ducat - Dorino Gattilusio ND (1428-1449) photo
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Ducat - Dorino Gattilusio ND

 
Gold 3.49 g -
Description
Issuer
Lordship of Lesbos (Genoese colonies)
Lord
Dorino Gattilusio (1428-1449)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1428-1449
Value
1 Ducat
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.49 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#201106
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Christ in mandorla, a pellet between his feet, nine stars around.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: SIT. T. XPE DAT. Q. TV - REGIS. ISTE. DVCAT.

Lettering (regular font): SIT. T. XPE DAT. Q. TV - REGIS. ISTE. DVCAT.

Comment

Lunardi D3e var., Ives XII, 4.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Ducat - Dorino Gattilusio ND (1428-1449) coin from the Lordship of Lesbos (Genoese colonies) is that it features a unique blend of Christian and Islamic influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears the image of the Virgin Mary, while the reverse side features an Arabic inscription, indicating the coin's dual cultural heritage. This blending of religious motifs reflects the diverse cultural landscape of the region during the 15th century and adds to the coin's historical significance and value.