CVC & Collectables presents a scarce and visually striking 1684 Italy Ducato Naples & Sicily Dav-4045, struck during the Spanish Habsburg rule under Charles II. Certified NGC AU Details (Burnished), this large-format silver coin displays exceptional sharpness and bold detail, typical of the refined engraving style of late 17th-century Italian mints.
Coin Highlights:
- Region: Italy – Naples & Sicily
- Ruler: Charles II of Spain (1665–1700)
- Date: 1684
- Denomination: Ducato
- Material: Silver
- Reference: Davenport 4045 (Dav-4045)
- Certification: NGC AU Details – Burnished
- Mint: Likely Naples or Palermo
- Diameter: ~40 mm (typical)
- Weight: ~27–28 g (standard Ducato weight)
- Strike Type: Hammered or early milled (depending on mint)
Obverse:
- Draped and armored bust of Charles II facing right, crowned
- Latin legend with royal titles including HISPANIARVM REX (“King of the Spains”)
Reverse:
- Elaborate crowned coat of arms of Naples and Sicily, reflecting Spanish dominion over Southern Italy
- Date: 1684 prominently displayed in legend
Collectibility:
Although noted as burnished, this AU Details example retains excellent strike sharpness, with strong devices and minimal wear. Scarce in any grade, Ducatos of Charles II from Naples & Sicily are prized for their size, artistry, and imperial historical connections. This 1684 Italy Ducato Naples & Sicily Dav-4045 is a significant piece for collectors of Italian states, Habsburg Spain, or 17th-century European silver.
