1 Ducat - Charles XI 1695-1697 front 1 Ducat - Charles XI 1695-1697 back
1 Ducat - Charles XI 1695-1697 photo
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1 Ducat - Charles XI

 
Gold (.986) 3.5 g -
Description
Issuer
Swedish dominion of Pomerania (German States)
King
Charles XI (Karl XI) (1660-1697)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1695-1697
Value
1 Ducat (3.5)
Currency
Thaler (1630-1815)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.5 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#420120
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Supported crowned arms.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DVX STETIN POM CAS VA RV PRIN
16 95

Interesting fact

The 1 Ducat coin from the Swedish dominion of Pomerania (German States) minted during the reign of Charles XI (1695-1697) was made of gold with a purity of .986, which is unusually high for a circulating coin. This indicates that the coin was intended to be a symbol of wealth and power, rather than a practical means of exchange. Additionally, the coin's weight of 3.5 grams makes it a unique and notable example of a gold coin from this time period.