1 Ducat - Joachim Ernest 1609-1624 front 1 Ducat - Joachim Ernest 1609-1624 back
1 Ducat - Joachim Ernest 1609-1624 photo
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1 Ducat - Joachim Ernest

 
Gold (.986) 3.49 g -
Description
Issuer
Margraviate of Brandenburg-Ansbach (German States)
Margrave
Joachim Ernest (Joachim Ernst) (1603-1625)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1609-1624
Value
1 Ducat (1 Dukat) (3.5)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.49 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#230069
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Shield of manifold arms divides date in inner circle.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat coin from the Margraviate of Brandenburg-Ansbach is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Joachim Ernest, who was a member of the House of Hohenzollern and ruled the Margraviate from 1609 to 1624. During his reign, the Margraviate experienced significant economic growth and cultural development, and the coinage issued during this time reflects the increasing prosperity and influence of the region. The 1 Ducat coin, made of gold and weighing 3.49 grams, was likely used for large transactions and would have been a symbol of wealth and status for those who possessed it.