© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Genovino / Ducat - Raphael Adorno As 23d doge ND
| Gold | 3.5 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Genoa › Republic of Genoa (1139-1797) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Raphael Adorno (1443-1447) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1443-1447 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#418237 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross pattée in polylobe decorated with crosslets at each interior point, surrounded by beaded circle. Legend ends with initial of mint official.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ : CONRADUX : REX : ROMAN : E :
Lettering (regular font): ✠ : CONRADUX : REX : ROMAN : E :
Translation: Conrad, king of the Romans
Comment
Minor legend variants exist.
Reverse, Conrad's name is spelled CONRADUX by mistake.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Raphael Adorno, who was the 23rd Doge of Genoa, on one side, and the coat of arms of Genoa on the other.
