© Antykwariat Numizmatyczny - Michał Niemczyk
© Antykwariat Numizmatyczny - Michał Niemczyk
1 Ducat - Ferdinand II Five lines reverse
| Gold (.986) | 3.50 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Zwolle (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Ferdinand II (1619-1637) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1630-1638 |
| Value | 1 Ducat |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.50 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#34040 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Inscription in five lines on tablet in ornate frame.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MONET
AVRIA
IMPER
CIVIT
ZVVOL
Unabridged legend: Moneta aurea imperialis civitatis Zwollae
Translation: Gold coinage of the imperial city of Zwolle
Edge
Plain
Comment
Trade coinage.The type with a four line inscription overlaps the date range (see link)
Variants
Many variations in design and lettering exist.
The emperor's head is turned in right profile 1630-1631:
© Salon Numizmatyczny Mateusz Wojcicki
Variations in the reverse inscription include
MONET, MONEA
AVREA, AVRIA
CIVIT, CIVITA
ZVVOLLE, ZWOLLE
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Ferdinand II (Five lines reverse) coin from the City of Zwolle (Dutch States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The Dutch States were a collection of independent provinces that had recently gained their independence from Spain, and the minting of this coin reflects the growing economic and political power of the region during this time. Additionally, the use of gold in the coin's production adds to its value and significance, as gold was a highly valued and sought-after metal during this period.
