2 Ducats 1612-1661 front 2 Ducats 1612-1661 back
2 Ducats 1612-1661 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

2 Ducats

 
Gold (.986) 7 g -
Description
Issuer
Province of Friesland (Dutch Republic)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1612-1661
Value
2 Ducats
Currency
Gulden (1581-1795)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
7 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#367452
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Inscription in five lines, on square tablet in ornate frame.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MO: ORD(I)
PROVIN
FOEDER
BELG: AD
LEG. IMP

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Ducats 1612-1661 from Province of Friesland (Dutch Republic) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political significance for the region. The Dutch Republic was a powerful trading nation during the 17th century, and the Province of Friesland was an important center for trade and commerce. The coin's gold content and weight of 7 grams made it a valuable and highly sought-after currency during this time.