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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Ducat - Peter of Campofregoso ND
| Gold | 3.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Genoa › Republic of Genoa (1139-1797) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Peter of Campofregoso (1450-1458) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1450-1458 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#418488 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross pattée in polylobe decorated with crosses at each interior point, surrounded by beaded circle. Legend ends with initial of mint official.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ : COnRADUX : REX : ROmANOR : D :
Lettering (regular font): ✠ : CONRADUX : REX : ROMANOR : D :
Translation: Conrad, king of the Romans
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Ducat - Peter of Campofregoso ND (1450-1458) from Genoa is that it was used as a form of currency in the Republic of Genoa, which was a powerful and influential maritime republic in the Mediterranean during the Middle Ages. The coin was made of gold and weighed 3.5 grams, making it a valuable and highly sought-after form of currency at the time.
