© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
1 Ducat - John Reinhard I
1604 year| Gold (.986) | 3.25 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | County of Hanau-Lichtenberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | John Reinhard I (Johann Reinhard I) (1599-1625) |
| Emperor | Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1604 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.25 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#407488 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crown above imperial eagle with orb on breast.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RVDOLPHVS II D G RO IMP SEM AV
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - John Reinhard I 1604 from County of Hanau-Lichtenberg (German States) coin is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. On one side, the coin bears the image of Saint John the Baptist, while on the other side, it features a depiction of the Roman goddess of fortune, Fortuna. This blending of religious and mythological symbols reflects the cultural and religious diversity of the German States during the early 17th century.
