Ducat - Louis Maria Sforza ND (1494-1499) front Ducat - Louis Maria Sforza ND (1494-1499) back
Ducat - Louis Maria Sforza ND (1494-1499) photo
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Ducat - Louis Maria Sforza ND

 
Gold 3.5 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Genoa › Republic of Genoa (1139-1797)
Lord
Louis Maria Sforza (1494-1499)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1494-1499
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
References
Numista
N#419808
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross pattée in polylobe decorated with annulets at each interior point, surrounded by reeded circle. Legend ends with initial of mint official.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ · CONRAD' : REX : ROMANOR' · NG ·

Translation: Conrad, King of the Romans

Interesting fact

The Ducat - Louis Maria Sforza ND (1494-1499) from Genoa › Republic of Genoa (1139-1797) made of Gold weighing 3.5 g is an interesting coin because it was used as a form of currency during the Renaissance period in Italy, specifically in the Republic of Genoa. The coin features an image of Louis Maria Sforza, also known as Ludovico Sforza, who was the Duke of Milan from 1494 to 1499. The coin's design and the fact that it was made of gold, a valuable and durable metal, reflect the wealth and power of the Republic of Genoa during that time.