1 Ducat (Silver pattern strike; Peace of Westphalia) 1649 front 1 Ducat (Silver pattern strike; Peace of Westphalia) 1649 back
1 Ducat (Silver pattern strike; Peace of Westphalia) 1649 photo
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn

1 Ducat Silver pattern strike; Peace of Westphalia

1649 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Free city of Regensburg (German States)
Period
Free city (1245-1803)
Type
Pattern
Year
1649
Value
1 Ducat (3.5)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#120184
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

8-line inscription with date within laurel wreath.

Script: Latin

Engravers: Ulrich Gravenauer, Hans Siegmund Federer

Interesting fact

The Pattern 1 Ducat from the Free City of Regensburg, minted in 1649 to commemorate the Peace of Westphalia, is a rare and highly sought-after coin among collectors. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the letters "S.R.I." (Sacrum Romanum Imperium) in the exergue, which signifies the coin's status as a symbol of the Holy Roman Empire. This detail highlights the rich history and cultural significance of the coin, making it a truly fascinating piece for collectors and historians alike.