Ducat - Francis II ND (1484-1495) front Ducat - Francis II ND (1484-1495) back
Ducat - Francis II ND (1484-1495) photo
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Ducat - Francis II ND

 
Gold 3.58 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Mantua (Italian States)
Marquess
Francis II (1484-1519)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1484-1495
Value
1 Ducat (4)
Currency
Scudo
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.58 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#320699
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Reliquary

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ · XPI · SANGVINIS ·

Translation: Blood of Christ

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Ducat - Francis II ND (1484-1495) from Duchy of Mantua (Italian States) is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Victory on its reverse side. This design was a common motif in Renaissance art and symbolized the triumph and prosperity of the Duchy of Mantua during Francis II's reign.