1 Ducat - Rudolph II ND (1590-1612) front 1 Ducat - Rudolph II ND (1590-1612) back
1 Ducat - Rudolph II ND (1590-1612) photo
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1 Ducat - Rudolph II ND

 
Gold (.986) 3.50 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Zwolle (Dutch States)
Emperor
Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1590-1612
Value
1 Ducat
Currency
Gulden (1581-1795)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.50 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#371160
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Inscription in five lines on tablet in ornate frame.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MONETA
AVRIA.
IMPERI
CIVITA
ZVVOLLE

Unabridged legend: Moneta aurea imperialis civitatis Zwollae

Translation: Gold coinage of the imperial city of Zwolle

Edge

Plain

Comment

Variants
Variants to legends are known.

CNM 2.52.19 has:
Obverse: RVDOL II D G R I S A G H B REX
Reverse: MONETA / AUREA / IMPERIA / CIVITAT / ZWOLLE

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Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Rudolph II ND (1590-1612) from City of Zwolle (Dutch States) coin is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the City of Zwolle, which was not commonly seen on coins of that time. This adds a touch of local history and culture to the coin, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists interested in the region.