© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Ducat
1596 year| Gold (.986) | 3.45 g | - |
| Issuer | Joint coinage of Hohenlohe (German States) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1596 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (1 Dukat) (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.45 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#315957 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Standing figure of knight in armor turned 3/4 to right, helmet between feet, titles of Rudolf II
Script: Latin
Lettering: RVDO II D G ROM IMP S AVGVSVS
Interesting fact
The Hohenlohe joint coinage was a unique collaboration between several German states in the 16th century, including Hohenlohe-Neuenstein, Hohenlohe-Waldenburg, and Hohenlohe-Langenburg. The 1 Ducat coin was one of the denominations issued under this joint coinage, and it features a distinctive design that sets it apart from other coins of the time. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of a crowned eagle, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of the Hohenlohe families. The use of gold in the coin's minting process adds to its value and rarity, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
