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© Sincona AG
1 Ducat - Ferdinand II/III Four lines reverse
| Gold (.986) | 3.5 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Zwolle (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Ferdinand II (1619-1637) Ferdinand III (1637-1657) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1633-1676 |
| Value | 1 Ducat |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#126353 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Inscription in four lines on tablet in ornate frame
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MONE
AVRIA
CIVIT
ZWOL
Unabridged legend: Moneta aurea civitatis Zwollae
Translation: Cold coinage of the city of Zwolle
Comment
Trade coinage. As Ferdinand II dies in 1637, dates 1638-1649 with his name can be considered posthumous or frozenThe type with a five line inscription is earlier, but overlaps in date (see link).
Variants
Much variation exists in this type.
From 1633 - 1649 it bears the name of Ferdinand II. From 1649 - 1676 it bears the name Ferdinand III.
Coins struck 1633-1642 usually have the emperor's head turned forward:
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Legend variants include
FARDINA, FERDINA obverse
AVREA, AVRIA reverse
CIVIT, CIVITA reverse
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Ferdinand II/III (Four 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 coin was issued during the reign of Ferdinand II/III, who was the Holy Roman Emperor and King of the Romans, and its production was likely influenced by the ongoing Thirty Years' War (1618-1648) and the subsequent economic and political instability in the region. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item due to its rarity and historical significance.
