1 Ducat - Katalin Brandenburgi 1630 front 1 Ducat - Katalin Brandenburgi 1630 back
1 Ducat - Katalin Brandenburgi 1630 photo
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1 Ducat - Katalin Brandenburgi

1630 year
Gold (.986) 3.44 g -
Description
Issuer
Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States)
Princess
Catherine of Brandenburg (1629-1630)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1630
Value
1 Ducat
Currency
Thaler (1526-1780)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.44 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#72473
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Comment

The coin on the picture is a contemporary fake of 2.89 grams, and around 0.890 fineness. Obviously has been circulated, both the original and the contemporary fake is very rare, as Katalin has been ruling for a very short time. (15 November, 1629 - 21 September, 1630)
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Since new numista rules forbid the use of the birth name within the title, she was born as Katharina von Brandenburg

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Katalin Brandenburgi 1630 coin from the Principality of Transylvania is that it features a unique blend of Gothic and Renaissance styles in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of Katalin Brandenburgi, the wife of Prince Gabriel Bethlen, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of the Principality of Transylvania, surrounded by intricate floral patterns and ornaments. This blend of styles reflects the cultural and artistic influences of the time period in which the coin was minted.