1 Ducat - Ernst Johann von Biron Silver pattern; large bust
1764 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Courland and Semigallia (Livonia) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Ernest John of Biron (1763-1769) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1764 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (4.67) |
| Currency | Thaler (1586-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#361244 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Shield with eagle beside shield with horseman under crown and surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MONETA · AVREA · DVC · CVRLAND · 1764 ·
I · C · S ·
Unabridged legend: Moneta Aurea Ducum Curlandiae
Translation: Gold coin of the Duchy of Courland
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Ducat - Ernst Johann von Biron (Silver pattern; large bust) 1764 from Duchy of Courland and Semigallia (Livonia) made of Silver is that it features a unique design that was never used on any other coin. The large bust of Ernst Johann von Biron, the Duke of Courland and Semigallia, is depicted on the obverse, while the reverse features a crowned shield with the coat of arms of the Duchy. This coin was minted in 1764 as a pattern, meaning it was not intended for circulation but rather as a prototype or sample for a potential coin design. As a result, only a small number of these coins were produced, making them highly sought after by collectors.
