© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
1 Ducat - George William
1620 year| Gold (.986) | 3.5 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | State of Brandenburg-Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| Margrave | George William (Georg Wilhelm) (1619-1640) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1620 |
| Value | 1 Ducat |
| Currency | Thaler (1618-1701) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#412958 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Five shields of arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
Z BRAND D H R R ERTZC V CHVRF I P Z G C
16 Z0
L M
Unabridged legend: ... Zu Brandenburg Des Heiligen Römischen Reichs Erz-Cämmerer Und Churfürst In Preussen Zu Gülich Cleve
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - George William 1620 from State of Brandenburg-Prussia (German States) coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued in 1620, just a few years after the Thirty Years' War had begun, which had a profound impact on the economy and trade in the region. Despite the challenges of this time, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, with its gold content and detailed design. This coin is a testament to the resilience and skill of the mint workers and the people of Brandenburg-Prussia during a difficult period in history.
