10 Ducats - Ferdinand III (Breslau) 1657 front 10 Ducats - Ferdinand III (Breslau) 1657 back
10 Ducats - Ferdinand III (Breslau) 1657 photo
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10 Ducats - Ferdinand III Breslau

1657 year
Gold 34.75 g -
Description
Issuer
Royal Mint of Silesia
King
Ferdinand III (1627-1657)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1657
Value
10 Ducats (20)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold
Weight
34.75 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#317665
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial double eagle

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARCHIDUX ° AUST • DUX • BU • MAR • MOR ° COM • TYROL : 1657

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Ducats - Ferdinand III (Breslau) 1657 coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, specifically during the Thirty Years' War (1618-1648). Despite the conflict, the Royal Mint of Silesia was able to produce high-quality coins like this one, which were used as a means of exchange and store of value. The coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable collector's item today.