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Ducat "Ongaro" - Francesco I d'Este
1649 year| Gold (.986) | 3.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Modena and Reggio (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Francis I (1629-1658) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1649 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (Ongaro) (12) |
| Currency | Scudo |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#193847 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
STanding, doubled-headed eagle
Script: Latin
Lettering: NOBILITAS ESTENSIS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Ducat "Ongaro" - Francesco I d'Este 1649 coin is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the House of Este, the ruling family of the Duchy of Modena and Reggio, on the reverse side of the coin. This shield is surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves and is a distinctive feature of the coin, setting it apart from other coins of the time.
