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1 Ducat - John George

1590 year
Gold (.986) 3.5 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Margraviate of Brandenburg (German States)
Prince elector
John II George (Johann II Georg) (1571-1598)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1590
Value
1 Ducat (1 Dukat) (3.5)
Currency
Thaler (1440-1618)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.5 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#413589
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

4-fold arms with scepter arms in center, arms divide date, electoral hat above.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MONETA NOVA AVREA BRANDENBV
9 0

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - John George 1590 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 John George was a prominent leader who ruled from 1571 to 1598. The coin's minting was likely a reflection of the growing economic influence of the region and the increasing use of gold coins as a medium of exchange. Additionally, the coin's design, featuring an image of John George on one side and the Brandenburg coat of arms on the other, highlights the importance of the ruling family and the state's symbolism during this time period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1590  1396 - - - - - -

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