1 Ducat - Bogislaw XIV 1631 front 1 Ducat - Bogislaw XIV 1631 back
1 Ducat - Bogislaw XIV 1631 photo
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1 Ducat - Bogislaw XIV

1631 year
Gold (.986) 3.44 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Pomerania-Stettin (German States)
Duke
Bogislaus XIV (Boguslaw XIV) (1620-1637)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1631
Value
1 Ducat (1 Dukat) (3.5)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.44 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#304441
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Shield of 9-fold arms in ornamented frame

Script: Latin

Lettering: P C A S E V P E V C C G T L E T B V D O

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Bogislaw XIV 1631 coin from Duchy of Pomerania-Stettin (German States) is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. The obverse side of the coin depicts Bogislaw XIV, the Duke of Pomerania, dressed in elaborate robes and holding a scepter, while the reverse side features a depiction of the Virgin Mary and the Christ child surrounded by angels. This blending of religious symbols reflects the cultural and religious diversity of the region during that time period.