1 Ducat (Steckenreiterklippe) 1650 front 1 Ducat (Steckenreiterklippe) 1650 back
1 Ducat (Steckenreiterklippe) 1650 photo
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1 Ducat Steckenreiterklippe

1650 year
Gold 3.43 g -
Description
Issuer
Free imperial city of Nuremberg (German States)
Period
Free City (1219-1806)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1650
Value
1 Ducat (1 Dukat) (3.5)
Currency
Reichsguldiner (1620-1753)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.43 g
Size
27 mm
Shape
Square
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#132295
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle with arms on chest over 5-line inscription.

Script: Latin

Lettering: VIVAT // FERDINAND // III. ROM. // IMP. // VIVAT.

Interesting fact

The 1 Ducat (Steckenreiterklippe) coin from the Free Imperial City of Nuremberg, minted in 1650, is an extremely rare and valuable coin. It is made of gold and weighs 3.43 grams. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, with a depiction of a mounted horseman on one side and the Nuremberg coat of arms on the other. This design was meant to symbolize the city's power and influence during the Holy Roman Empire. Today, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch high prices at auctions.