2 Ducat 1789-1790 front 2 Ducat 1789-1790 back
2 Ducat 1789-1790 photo
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2 Ducat

 
Gold (.979) 6.88 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
1789-1790
Value
2 Ducats (2 Dukaten) (7)
Currency
Thaler (1675-1872)
Composition
Gold (.979)
Weight
6.88 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#178103
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned small imperial eagle, date above.

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 in the late 18th century, a period marked by the rise of capitalism and the fall of feudalism. The coin's gold content and intricate design reflect the wealth and prosperity of the Hamburg, a major trading center in Northern Europe at the time. Additionally, the coin's issuance coincided with the French Revolution, which had a profound impact on European politics and society.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1789  402 - - - - - -
1790  500 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Ducat 1789-1790 coin.