Principality of Catalonia Trentin, 1625 – 1633

Countermarked lozenge

Obverse Reverse

Information

Country Principality of Catalonia Principality of Catalonia
Currency Libra
Coin type Standard circulation coin
Denomination 2 Ducats
Year 1625 – 1633
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 1625 to 1633. Struck in Gold (.990). Measures 30 mm and weighs 7 g.

Obverse
Crowned busts face to face, star above and countermarked lozenge shield between, in beaded circle. Legend around. (Ferdinand and Isabella kings)
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
ND (1640-1652)  — Cal#1
1633  — Cal#7
1632  — Cal#6
1629  — Cal#5
1628  — Cal#4
1626  — Cal#3
1625  — Cal#2

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