© Staatliche Münzsammlung München (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 DE)
© Staatliche Münzsammlung München (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 DE)
2 Ducats
1630 year| Gold (.986) | 7 g | 27.5 mm |
| Issuer | Free city of Augsburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city (1276-1803) |
| Emperor | Ferdinand II (1619-1637) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1630 |
| Value | 2 Ducats (7) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Diameter | 27.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#429234 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle, shield of arms on breast, date at end of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FERDINAND II D G ROM IMP S AVG P F 1630
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Ducats 1630 from Free City of Augsburg is that it was minted during the Thirty Years War (1618-1648), a devastating conflict that lasted for three decades and involved many European states. Despite the war, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and detail, showcasing the advanced minting techniques of the time.
