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2 Ducat

 
Gold (.979) 6.95 g -
Description
Issuer
Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States)
Period
Free Hanseatic City (1324-1922)
Emperor
Joseph II (1765-1790)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1773-1788
Value
2 Ducats (2 Dukaten) (7)
Currency
Thaler (1675-1872)
Composition
Gold (.979)
Weight
6.95 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#178102
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Legend within square, castle above, ornaments around.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Ducat coin from the Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the late 18th century, a period marked by the rise of capitalism and the decline of feudalism. The coin's gold content and intricate design reflect the wealth and prosperity of Hamburg during this time, as the city was a major trading hub and a key player in the Hanseatic League, a powerful mercantile and cultural organization that dominated trade in the Baltic Sea region.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1779  479 - - - - - -
1780  875 - - - - - -
1781  231 - - - - - -
1782  450 - - - - - -
1783  450 - - - - - -
1784  455 - - - - - -
1785  879 - - - - - -
1786  400 - - - - - -
1787  320 - - - - - -
1788  400 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Ducat 1773-1788 coin.