10 Ducats - Ferdinand III (Prague) 1641-1655 front 10 Ducats - Ferdinand III (Prague) 1641-1655 back
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10 Ducats - Ferdinand III Prague

 
Gold (.986) 35 g -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Bohemia
King
Ferdinand III (1627-1657)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1641-1655
Value
10 Ducats
Currency
Thaler (1520-1754)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
35 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#33774
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle

Script: Latin

Lettering: GER HVN BOHE () MIAE REX Ao date

Comment

Prev. KM#1423. Struck with Thaler dies, KM#453.

Mintmarks:
(q) Hand holding star - mintmaster Jakob W. Wolker
(r) Anchor - mintmaster Christoph Margolik

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Ducats - Ferdinand III (Prague) 1641-1655 coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Kingdom of Bohemia. The Thirty Years War had just ended in 1648, and the kingdom was struggling to rebuild and maintain its power. Despite these challenges, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, with its gold content and detailed design showcasing the skill of the mint's craftsmen.