1 Ducat 1641-1667 front 1 Ducat 1641-1667 back
1 Ducat 1641-1667 photo
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1 Ducat

 
Gold 3.40 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States)
Period
Free Hanseatic City (1324-1922)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1641-1667
Value
1 Ducat (3.5)
Currency
Thaler (1552-1674)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.40 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#108648
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Madonna holding infant Christ, all within mandorla.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat coin from the Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political significance for the city. Hamburg was a major trading hub during the 17th century, and the Ducat coin was used as a standard unit of account and exchange in the city's thriving mercantile economy. The coin's gold content and intricate design also made it a symbol of the city's wealth and prestige.