1 Ducat - Leopold I 1662-1666 front 1 Ducat - Leopold I 1662-1666 back
1 Ducat - Leopold I 1662-1666 photo
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1 Ducat - Leopold I

 
Gold (.986) 3.5 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Deventer (Dutch Republic)
Emperor
Leopold I (1657-1705)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1662-1666
Value
1 Ducat
Currency
Gulden (1581-1795)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.5 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#366438
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Emperor Leopold I standing right dividing date, wearing crown and armor, holding sword on right shoulder and globus cruciger in left hand.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LEOPOLDVS D G ROM IMP S AV G
16 62

Interesting fact

The 1 Ducat coin was minted during the reign of Leopold I, who was the Holy Roman Emperor from 1658 to 1705. The coin features an image of Leopold I on one side and the coat of arms of the Dutch Republic on the other. The coin was made of gold (.986) and weighed 3.5 grams. It was a standard circulation coin during its time and was used for everyday transactions. It's interesting to note that the Dutch Republic was a powerful trading nation during the 17th century, and its currency was widely used in international trade. The 1 Ducat coin was one of the most widely used coins in Europe during that time and was considered a symbol of wealth and prosperity.