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15 Ducats - Matthias II Prague ND

 
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Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Bohemia
King
Matthias II (1611-1619)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1612-1619
Value
15 Ducats
Currency
Thaler (1520-1754)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#93224
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle

Script: Latin

Comment

Circulated only theoretically.
Struck with Thaler dies, KM#123.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 15 Ducats - Matthias II (Prague) ND (1612-1619) coin from the Kingdom of Bohemia is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil and political upheaval in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Matthias II, who was the Holy Roman Emperor and King of Bohemia, and its minting was likely a response to the economic and political instability of the time. Despite this, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item due to its rarity and historical significance.