Duchy of Mantua Scudo d'Oro - William I, 1550 – 1575

Obverse Reverse

Information

Country Duchy of Mantua Duchy of Mantua
Currency Scudo
Coin type Standard circulation coin
Denomination Scudo d'Oro - William I
Year 1550 – 1575
Ruler William I (1550–1587)
Composition Gold
Shape Round
Technique Hammered
Weight (g) 3.26
Demonetized Yes

Description

Scudo d'Oro - William I from Duchy of Mantua. Issued from 1550 to 1575. Struck in Gold. Measures 0 mm and weighs 3.26 g.

Obverse
Crowned shield with Gonzaga arms (William, Duke of Mantova and Marquess of Monferrato)
Reverse
Allegorical female figure, seated, facing left, and holding reliquary in extended right arm. Below her and to left, bearded figure of Mincius rising from river (There is no sadness in receiving 
Mantua)

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
ND (1550-1575) 

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