1/2 Ducat - Francis Sforza of Milan

Issuer Genoa, Republic of (1139-1797)
Year 1464-1466
Type Standard circulation coin
Value 1/2 Lira
Currency Genovino (1139-1528)
Composition Gold
Weight 1.72 g
Diameter
Thickness
Shape Round (irregular)
Technique Hammered
Orientation Variable alignment ↺
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) MIR#112, Fr#382
Obverse description Gateway topped with Sforza arms (serpent), within beaded circle.
Obverse script Latin (uncial)
Obverse lettering ⸰ F : S : DUX : MELI : D : IAn ⸰
(Translation: Francis Sforza, Duke of Milan, Lord of Genoa)
Reverse description Cross pattée within beaded circle. Legend ends with initial of mint official.
Reverse script Latin (uncial)
Reverse lettering ✠ : COnRAD : REX : ROmAN : T ∴
(Translation: Conrad, king of the Romans)
Edge
Mint
Mintage ND (1464-1466) - Initial T at end of reverse legend -
Numisquare ID 4213146420
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