1 Ducat - John III Sigismund 1610-1614 front 1 Ducat - John III Sigismund 1610-1614 back
1 Ducat - John III Sigismund 1610-1614 photo
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1 Ducat - John III Sigismund

 
Gold (.986) 3.5 g -
Description
Issuer
Margraviate of Brandenburg (German States)
Prince elector
John III Sigismund (1608-1619)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1610-1614
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#297320
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Eagle in inner circle

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - John III Sigismund 1610-1614 from Margraviate of Brandenburg (German States) coin 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 III Sigismund, who was the Margrave of Brandenburg from 1610 to 1614. During his reign, the Margraviate of Brandenburg was facing economic challenges, including inflation and debasement of the currency. Despite these challenges, the 1 Ducat coin was minted with a high gold content of .986, indicating the value and wealth of the Margraviate at that time. Additionally, the coin weighs 3.5 grams, which was a significant weight for a coin of its size and denomination during that period. This coin is a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of the German States during the early 17th century.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1614  1206 - - - - - -

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