2 Ducat 1649-1666 front 2 Ducat 1649-1666 back
2 Ducat 1649-1666 photo
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2 Ducat

 
Gold (.986) 7 g -
Description
Issuer
Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States)
Period
Free Hanseatic City (1324-1922)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1649-1666
Value
2 Ducats (7)
Currency
Thaler (1552-1674)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
7 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#31129
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Half-length figure of crowned madonna holding child and scepter standing over half crescent moon.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
.AVE.PLENA. / GRATIA.
M / F

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 significance for the city. The coin was issued between 1649 and 1666, a period when Hamburg was experiencing rapid growth and prosperity as a major trading center in Europe. The coin's gold content and weight also reflect the city's wealth and influence during this time.