1 Ducat - George Wilhelm 1674-1675 front 1 Ducat - George Wilhelm 1674-1675 back
1 Ducat - George Wilhelm 1674-1675 photo
© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.

1 Ducat - George Wilhelm

 
Gold (.986) 3.5 g -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Liegnitz-Brieg (Silesia)
Duke
George William (Georg Wilhelm) (1672-1675)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1674-1675
Value
1 Ducat (2)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.5 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#136197
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Silesian eagle, crown above divides date in margin at top

Script: Latin

Lettering: LIGNIC. BREG. & WOLAVIEN.

Interesting fact

The 1 Ducat coin from the Duchy of Liegnitz-Brieg (Silesia) made of Gold (.986) weighing 3.5 g is interesting because it was minted during the reign of George Wilhelm, who was the Duke of Liegnitz-Brieg from 1674 to 1675. This coin is a rare example of a standard circulation coin made of gold, which was not common during that time period. Additionally, the coin's design features the Duke's portrait on one side and the coat of arms of the Duchy on the other, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists.