Principality of Catalonia Trentin, 1622 – 1629

Countermarked B

Obverse Reverse

Information

Country Principality of Catalonia Principality of Catalonia
Currency Libra
Coin type Standard circulation coin
Denomination 2 Ducats
Year 1622 – 1629
Ruler Philip IV (1621–1665)
Composition Gold (.990)
Shape Round (irregular)
Technique Hammered, countermarked
Weight (g) 7
Diameter (mm) 30
Demonetized Yes

Description

2 Ducats from Principality of Catalonia. Issued from 1622 to 1629. Struck in Gold (.990). Measures 30 mm and weighs 7 g.

Obverse
Crowned busts face to face, star above and countermarked B between, in beaded circle. Legend around. (Ferdinand and Isabella king and queen)
Reverse
Eagle with wings spread behind crowned shield. Legend around between beaded circles. (Protect us under the shadow of your wings)

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
1629  Cal#218
1626  Cal#217
1622  Cal#216

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