© 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 - George Frederick I
1578 year| Gold (.986) | 3.48 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Jägerndorf (Silesia) |
|---|---|
| Duke | George Frederick I (Georg Friedrich I) (1543-1603) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1578 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.48 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#278647 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle, orb on breast, titles of Rudolf II
Script: Latin
Lettering: RVD II D G E RO IMP S AVG G E V BO
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - George Frederick I 1578 from Duchy of Jägerndorf (Silesia) coin is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery on its reverse side. The coin's reverse depicts a crowned eagle holding a scepter and an apple, surrounded by foliage and the Latin inscription "SIT NOMEN DOMINI BENEDICTUM" (Blessed be the name of the Lord). However, the eagle is also adorned with a crescent moon and stars, which are symbols commonly associated with Islam. This blending of religious symbols reflects the cultural diversity of the region where the coin was minted and highlights the complex religious landscape of Eastern Europe during the 16th century.
