© Antykwariat Numizmatyczny - Michał Niemczyk
© Antykwariat Numizmatyczny - Michał Niemczyk
1 Ducat - Johann Christian and Georg Rudolf
| Gold (.986) | 3.44 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Liegnitz-Brieg (Silesia) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John Christian (Johann Christian) (1602-1639) George Rudolph (Georg Rudolf) (1602-1653) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1610-1611 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (2) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.44 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#120974 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Armored bust of Georg Rudolf left divides date in inner circle, legend divided by 2 small shields of arms
Script: Latin
Lettering:
/GEOR·RVD·FR·D·/SL·LIG·ET·BREG·
16/11
Comment
FuS. 1876; Löffer. 777Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat coin from the Duchy of Liegnitz-Brieg (Silesia) is that it features a unique double portrait of its rulers, Johann Christian and Georg Rudolf, on opposite sides of the coin. This distinctive design was a deliberate choice made by the mint masters to symbolize the unity and cooperation between the two rulers, who were brothers and co-regents of the duchy. This coin is a rare and valuable example of early 17th-century numismatics and represents an important part of the history of the region.
