1 Ducat 1639 front 1 Ducat 1639 back
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1 Ducat

1639 year
Gold 3.49 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Dortmund (German States)
Period
Free city
Emperor
Ferdinand III (1637-1657)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1639
Value
1 Ducat (3.5)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.49 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#156425
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Standing crowned figure holding imperial orb facing slightly left. Legend around.

Script: Latin

Lettering: FERDI • II • D.G • RO • IMP • SEMP • AVG.

Comment

Meyer 94

Interesting fact

The 1 Ducat 1639 from City of Dortmund (German States) is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few examples known to exist. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe, with the Thirty Years War (1618-1648) taking place during the same period. Despite the turmoil, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, with intricate details and designs that showcase the skill of the mint masters of the time.