1 Ducat - Rudolph II (Date on obverse; Breslau) 1584 front 1 Ducat - Rudolph II (Date on obverse; Breslau) 1584 back
1 Ducat - Rudolph II (Date on obverse; Breslau) 1584 photo
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1 Ducat - Rudolph II Date on obverse; Breslau

1584 year
Gold (.986) 3.45 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Royal Mint of Silesia
Emperor
Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1584
Value
1 Ducat (2)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.45 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#357561
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARCHIDVX • AVST • DVX • B • ET • SILESIA

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Rudolph II (Date on obverse; Breslau) 1584 coin is that it was minted during the reign of Rudolph II, who was the Holy Roman Emperor and King of Bohemia. He was known for his love of art and science, and his court was a center of culture and learning. The coin's design reflects this cultural significance, featuring a detailed portrait of Rudolph II on the obverse side, and a coat of arms on the reverse side. Additionally, the coin's gold content and weight make it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists.