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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Ducat
1497 year| Gold | 3.46 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free Hanseatic City (1324-1922) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1497 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (5) |
| Currency | Mark (1325-1552) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.46 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#108632 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
The Madonna standing slightly right, holding Holy Infant; crescent below; all within pearled mandorla.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: * AVE * PLEn' * | *GRACIA 1Ω9A
Lettering (regular font): * AVE * PLEN' * | *GRACIA 1Ω9A
Comment
Hamburg. Free City gold Ducat 1497 Fr-1100, Lev I-362a. * MΘnЄTΛ * | * hΛ'BVRG *, Madonna and child in oval over Hamburg arms / * ΛVЄ * PLЄn' * | *GRΛCIΛ 1Ω9Λ, Madonna and child in oval over thistle-flower arms.Interesting fact
The 1 Ducat 1497 from Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States) is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few known examples surviving to this day. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political significance for the city of Hamburg. The coin's minting coincided with the height of the Hanseatic League's power and influence, a medieval trading confederation that dominated trade in the Baltic Sea and much of Northern Europe. The coin's gold content and intricate design reflect the wealth and prestige of Hamburg during this period.
