1 Ducat - Joachim III Frederick 1605-1606 front 1 Ducat - Joachim III Frederick 1605-1606 back
1 Ducat - Joachim III Frederick 1605-1606 photo
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1 Ducat - Joachim III Frederick

 
Gold (.986) 3.5 g -
Description
Issuer
Margraviate of Brandenburg (German States)
Prince elector
Joachim III Frederick (1598-1608)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1605-1606
Value
1 Ducat (1 Dukat) (3.5)
Currency
Thaler (1440-1618)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.5 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#298176
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Eagle in inner circle, arms on breast

Script: Latin

Lettering: IMP ARCH CAM ET EL - ECT DVX PRVSS 1606

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Joachim III Frederick 1605-1606 from Margraviate of Brandenburg (German States) coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The Margraviate of Brandenburg was a powerful state within the Holy Roman Empire, and the issuance of this coin reflects the growing influence and wealth of the region during the early 17th century. Additionally, the use of gold in the coin's minting, as well as its relatively small weight, suggests that it was intended for use in trade and commerce, highlighting the importance of the Margraviate's economy during this time.