Ducat - Louis XII of France ND (1499-1507) front Ducat - Louis XII of France ND (1499-1507) back
Ducat - Louis XII of France ND (1499-1507) photo
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Ducat - Louis XII of France ND

 
Gold 3.5 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Genoa › Republic of Genoa (1139-1797)
Lord
Louis XII of France (1499-1507)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1499-1507
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#419935
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross pattée in polylobe decorated with annulets at each interior point, within this solid circle, surrounded by thicker 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 XII of France ND (1499-1507) 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 a time when France and Genoa were both powerful nations in Europe. The coin features an image of King Louis XII of France on one side and the coat of arms of Genoa on the other, symbolizing the alliance between the two nations. Additionally, the fact that it was made of gold makes it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.