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1 Ducaton - Philip IV Second bust, Antwerp
| Silver (.944) | 32.48 g | 43 mm |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Brabant, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip IV (1621-1665) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1636-1666 |
| Value | 1 Ducaton |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Silver (.944) |
| Weight | 32.48 g |
| Diameter | 43 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#61014 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Coat of arms with crown, lions and Golden Fleece
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHID AVST DVX BVRG BRAB Ƶ c
Translation: Archduke of Austria, Duke of Burgundy and Brabant, etc.
Edge
Plain
Comment
The size of this coin is approximately 7.53 Dutch marc coins and its denomination is XI deniers VIII grains of pure silver.Bruges workshop:
Brussels workshop:
Interesting fact
The 1 Ducaton coin from Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Brabant, Belgian States) minted during the reign of Philip IV (1636-1666) features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of Antwerp, where the coin was minted, located on the reverse side of the coin. This shield is not present on all coins from this mintage, making it a distinctive feature of this particular coin.
