1 Ducat - John George II 1659-1672 front 1 Ducat - John George II 1659-1672 back
1 Ducat - John George II 1659-1672 photo
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1 Ducat - John George II

 
Gold (.986) 3.43 g -
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States)
Prince elector
John George II (Hans Georg II) (1657-1680)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1659-1672
Value
1 Ducat (3.5)
Currency
Thaler (1493-1805)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.43 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#187840
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

5-fold arms, date at top in legend.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of John George II, who ruled from 1659 to 1672, a period marked by the Thirty Years' War and the subsequent rebuilding and reconstruction of many German states. Despite these challenges, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, with its gold content and detailed design making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item.