1½ Ducat (Klippe; Siege coinage) 1660 front 1½ Ducat (Klippe; Siege coinage) 1660 back
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1½ Ducat Klippe; Siege coinage

1660 year
Gold 5.14 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Münster (German States)
Period
Munster civic insurrection (1660-1661)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1660
Value
1½ Ducat (21⁄4)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold
Weight
5.14 g
Size
30 × 30 mm
Shape
Klippe
Technique
Klippe
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#416911
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

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Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1660 Münster 1½ Ducat gold coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political turmoil in Europe, particularly in the Holy Roman Empire. The Thirty Years War had recently ended, leaving many regions in a state of devastation and economic instability. Despite these challenges, the City of Münster was able to issue this high-quality gold coin, which features an intricate design and is considered a rare and valuable collector's item today.