© 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 - Christian
| Gold (.986) | 3.49 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Rantzau (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Christian (1649-1663) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1655-1658 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.49 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#264960 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
4-fold arms with central shield of Penik lion divide date near bottom, 3 ornate helmets above.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DEO DVCE COMITE FORTVNA
Comment
Mintmaster - Matthias FreudeInteresting fact
The 1 Ducat coin from County of Rantzau, minted between 1655 and 1658, features an image of Christian, the ruling count of Rantzau, on one side, and the coat of arms of the county on the other. This coin was made of gold (.986) and weighed 3.49 grams, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.