HELP! ID THIS GOLD COIN PLEASE!

[Warren-migration]

I can't find out what this gold coin is? Year/Country? Is it authentic? Value? THanks in advance for any help.

[expatcollector-migration]

since it might show a coat of arms or similar feature that would aid in identifying the issuing country.

[Warren-migration]

Thanks, here is reverse:

[spiny]

Can you make out the name before Elisa in the legend? The last part of it looks to me like it's RVIDVS.

The only Elisa I found on a coin was Napoleon's sister from the Italian state of Lucca. Definitely not that.

[expatcollector-migration]

the Continental, and I assume, the Latinized, spelling

of Elizabeth

[truthteller]

Hi Warren,

 

You have a Spain gold ducado circa 1470 with portrait of Ferdinand and Isabella. The 'S" is Sergovia mint. Wavy planchet, probably a Fine grade. Might be a larger gold, but the reverse image is blurred and cannot tell for sure. Value is about $200 and up, depending on the denomination and true grade. Listed in Cayon #2406, this coin does not have a date.

 

 

TRUTH

[truthteller]

Ferdindus * Elisa is Ferdinand and Isabella.

 

 

 

TRUTH

[Warren-migration]

Excellent! I really appreciate the info. Way above my head since I primarily collect US coins, but I really want to thank you for your help and information.