© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Ducat - John Eustach of Westernach
1626 year| Gold (.986) | 3.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Teutonic Order (German States) |
|---|---|
| Grandmaster | John Eustach of Westernach (1625-1627) |
| Emperor | Ferdinand II (1619-1637) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1626 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler (1525-1809) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#420370 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned double-headed eagle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FERD • II • D • G • ROM • IMP • SEM • AVG • HVN • ET • BOH • REX
Interesting fact
The 1 Ducat coin featuring John Eustach of Westernach, produced in 1626 for the Teutonic Order in the German States, is notable for its unique design. It showcases an image of John Eustach on one side and the Teutonic Order's coat of arms on the other. This coin's design was meant to symbolize the alliance between the Teutonic Order and the Holy Roman Empire. Additionally, the coin's gold content and relatively small weight of 3.5 grams make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
