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2 Ducats
1796 year| Gold (.986) | 7.00 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | City of Bern |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1648-1798) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1796 |
| Value | 2 Ducats |
| Currency | Thaler (1646-1798) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 7.00 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#179762 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Value and date within laurel wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BENEDICTUS SIT IEHOVA DEUS
II
DUCAT
1796
Comment
Examples of this type:• Example 1796 (6.91g, Uncirculated):
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◦ Auctioned by SINCONA AG, Auction 30, 20 May 2016, Lot 3714. Sold for 4,000 CHF.
• Example 1796 (6.89g, Extremely Fine):
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◦ Auctioned by SINCONA AG, Auction 30, 20 May 2016, Lot 3715. Sold for 2,600 CHF.
Interesting fact
The 2 Ducats 1796 from the City of Bern is a rare and valuable coin, with only 1,500 minted. It is made of gold (.986) and weighs 7.00 grams. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, with the obverse side bearing the image of a bear, which is the symbol of Bern, and the reverse side featuring the coat of arms of the city. This coin is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch a high price at auction.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1796 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Ducats 1796 coin.
