$2,500.00 USD
– SOLDThe 6 Ducati coin is notable for its representation of the economic and political stability of the Kingdom of Naples under Ferdinand IV. It reflects the wealth and artistic achievements of the period, showcasing the craftsmanship and monetary policies of the time.
Obverse: Shows the youthful, right-facing bust of Ferdinand IV, King of Naples and Sicily, with finely rendered features and a bow-tied hairstyle. The legend reads “FERDINAND. IV. D. G. SICILIAR. ET HIER. REX”, which translates to “Ferdinand IV, by the Grace of God, King of Sicily and Jerusalem.” The artist’s initials “DGC” appear below the bust.
Reverse: Displays the elaborately crowned and quartered royal arms of the Kingdom of Naples and Sicily, flanked by scrollwork and heraldic symbols. The outer legend reads “HISPANIAR. INFANS. 1766.”, referencing Ferdinand’s Spanish royal lineage as a Bourbon prince. At the bottom, the mintmarks “R D 6” denote the Naples mint, engraver’s initials, and denomination of 6 Ducati.
Graded NGC MS64+, this 1766 Italy 6 Ducati exhibits exceptional sharpness and preservation for a large-format 18th-century gold issue. Its lustrous surfaces and intricate design elements remain crisp and expressive, with only minimal contact marks under magnification. A superb example from the Bourbon monarchy in southern Italy, this piece is a standout for collectors of high-grade Italian regal gold or those building an elite assemblage of European 1700s gold coinage.
