© 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 William
1711 year| Gold (.986) | 3.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Jülich-Berg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John William II (Johann Wilhelm II) (1679-1716) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1711 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler (1423-1795) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#303891 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Double eagle with 2 crowned arms
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN.P.R.S ET FR:I.PROV:ET VICARIUS.1711
N. P.
Interesting fact
The 1 Ducat coin from the Duchy of Jülich-Berg, issued in 1711 during the reign of John William, is an interesting piece of numismatic history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was made of gold that was 98.6% pure, which is unusually high for a circulating coin. Most coins of that time were made of lower-quality metals, such as copper or silver, so the use of gold in this coin makes it stand out. Additionally, the coin weighs 3.5 grams, which is relatively heavy for a coin of its size. This, combined with its high gold content, makes it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
