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Ducat - Innocent VIII ND
Gold | 3.48 g | - |
Issuer | Comtat Venaissin (Papal States) |
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Pope | Innocent VIII (Innocentius VIII) (1484-1492) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1484-1492 |
Value | 1 Ducat |
Currency | Livre Tournois |
Composition | Gold |
Weight | 3.48 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-09 |
Numista | N#366403 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
St. Peter standing facing with book and keys, within a quadrilobed frame.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + S PETRVS AVIGINONIS
Translation: St. Peter of Avignon.
Interesting fact
The Ducat - Innocent VIII ND (1484-1492) from Comtat Venaissin (Papal States) is an interesting coin because it was issued during the reign of Pope Innocent VIII, who was known for his controversial actions, including the imprisonment of his predecessor, Pope Urban VI, and the burning of the Romani people. Despite this, the coin still holds significant value among collectors due to its rarity and historical significance.