Ducat - Louis of Campofregoso, 1st reign ND (1447-1450) front Ducat - Louis of Campofregoso, 1st reign ND (1447-1450) back
Ducat - Louis of Campofregoso, 1st reign ND (1447-1450) photo
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Ducat - Louis of Campofregoso, 1st reign ND

 
Gold 3.5 g -
Description
Issuer
Genoa › Republic of Genoa (1139-1797)
Doge
Louis of Campofregoso, 1st reign (1447-1450)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1447-1450
Value
1 Genovino = 20 Soldi = 1 Lira
Currency
Genovino (1139-1528)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.5 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#418461
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

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

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: ✠ : COnADUX : REX : ROmANOR : D :

Lettering (regular font): ✠ : CONADUX : REX : ROMANOR : D :

Translation: Conrad, king of the Romans

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Ducat - Louis of Campofregoso, 1st reign ND (1447-1450) 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 during the 15th century. The Ducat was a widely used coin throughout Europe during the medieval period and was considered a symbol of wealth and power. The fact that it was made of gold and weighed 3.5 grams indicates that it was a valuable and highly sought-after coin during its time.