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1 Ducaton d'Or - Charles II
| Gold (.948) | 42.77 g | 44 mm |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Brabant, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II (1665-1700) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1669-1676 |
| Value | 8 Sovereigns |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Gold (.948) |
| Weight | 42.77 g |
| Diameter | 44 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#385312 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned shield of Charles with lion supporters and two firesteels below, within beaded inner circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHID · AVST · DV X · BVRG · BRAB · Zᶜ
Comment
Alignment of mints, mint marks and catalog references:Antwerp (hand) - KM 90.1, Delmonte G 189, Gelder & Hoc 346-1a
Brussels (head) - KM 90.2, Delmonte G 195, Gelder & Hoc 346-2a
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducaton d'Or - Charles II 1669-1676 from Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Brabant, Belgian States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles II, who was the King of Spain and the ruler of the Spanish Netherlands, a territory that included much of modern-day Belgium, Luxembourg, and parts of the Netherlands. At the time, the Spanish Netherlands was experiencing significant economic growth and cultural development, and the minting of this coin reflects the increasing wealth and influence of the region. The coin's gold content and intricate design also reflect the advanced minting techniques and artistic skills of the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1676 | 49 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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