© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
½ Ducat Coronation; Klippe
1619 year| Gold (.986) | 1.71 g | - |
| Issuer | Free imperial city of Frankfurt (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free City (1372-1866) |
| Emperor | Ferdinand II (1619-1637) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1619 |
| Value | ½ Ducat (½ Dukat) (1.75) |
| Currency | Medallic coronation coinage, Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 1.71 g |
| Size | 16 mm |
| Shape | Square |
| Technique | Klippe |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#200587 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crown with crossed palm and laurel branches behind, all above 5-line inscription with date.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the coronation of Emperor Ferdinand II, who was crowned on July 1, 1619. The coin's design features an image of the emperor on one side and the coat of arms of the Free Imperial City of Frankfurt on the other. The coin's mintage was limited to only 1,000 pieces, making it a rare and valuable collector's item.
