1 Ducat - Frederick William 1665 front 1 Ducat - Frederick William 1665 back
1 Ducat - Frederick William 1665 photo
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1 Ducat - Frederick William

1665 year
Gold (.986) 3.5 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
State of Brandenburg-Prussia (German States)
Margrave
Frederick William (Friedrich Wilhelm) (1640-1688)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1665
Value
1 Ducat
Currency
Thaler (1618-1701)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.5 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#411255
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

13 arms around crowned arms in center.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
I L
16 65

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Frederick William 1665 from State of Brandenburg-Prussia (German States) coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and transformation in Europe. The coin was minted in 1665, which was just a few years after the Thirty Years War had ended in 1648. This war had a profound impact on Europe, leading to significant political, economic, and social changes. The coin's minting during this time period is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the people of Brandenburg-Prussia, who were able to continue minting coins despite the challenges and upheavals of the time.