© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
10 Ducats - Frederick William Homage of the City of Magdeburg, 30 May
1681 year| Gold (.986) | 35 g | 48.8 mm |
| Issuer | State of Brandenburg-Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| Margrave | Frederick William (Friedrich Wilhelm) (1640-1688) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1681 |
| Value | 10 Ducats |
| Currency | Thaler (1618-1701) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 35 g |
| Diameter | 48.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#325620 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Maiden kneeling right in landscape, sun, eagle and cornucopia in clouds above, date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SCEPTRIFERUM IAM PARTHENOPE SIC SUSCIPIT ALMUM
PARTHENOP . HOMAG
PRÆST . 30. MAY
I • 16 * 81 • E.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the homage of the City of Magdeburg to Frederick William, the Elector of Brandenburg, in 1681. The coin's design features an image of Frederick William on one side and the coat of arms of Magdeburg on the other, symbolizing the city's allegiance to the Elector. This coin is a rare and valuable example of a commemorative coin from the German States, and its gold content and intricate design make it a highly sought-after collector's item.
