2 Ducat 1656-1716 front 2 Ducat 1656-1716 back
2 Ducat 1656-1716 photo
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2 Ducat

 
Gold (.986) 7 g 29.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Free Hanseatic city of Lübeck (German States)
Period
Free city (1226-1811,1815-1937)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1656-1716
Value
2 Ducats (7)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
7 g
Diameter
29.5 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#31999
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned standing figure in armor, holding imperial orb and scepter. At the bottom arm of a knight holding a sword.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MON : NOVA. AURE:LUB:

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Ducat coin from the Free Hanseatic city of Lübeck is that it was minted during a time when the city was an important trading center in the Baltic region. The coin's gold content and intricate design were meant to reflect the city's wealth and prosperity, and it was likely used for large transactions and trade agreements.