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2 Ducats - Albert and Isabella ND
| Gold (.990) | 7 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Brabant, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Albert VII (1598-1621) Isabella Clara Eugenia (1598-1621) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1600-1611 |
| Value | 2 Ducats |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Gold (.990) |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#94417 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned nine-fold arms, encircled by the jewels of the Order of the Golden Fleece
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHI AVST DVC BVRG ET BRAB Z
Comment
First emissionInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Ducats - Albert and Isabella ND (1600-1611) coin is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in the Spanish Netherlands. The coin was issued during the reign of Albert and Isabella, who were the rulers of the Spanish Netherlands from 1600 to 1611. During their reign, the Dutch States-General, which was the representative body of the seven provinces that made up the Dutch Republic, began to assert its independence from Spanish rule. This led to a series of conflicts, including the Dutch Revolt, which ultimately resulted in the formation of the Dutch Republic in 1648. Despite this turmoil, the 2 Ducats coin remained a popular form of currency throughout the region, and its gold content made it a valuable and reliable medium of exchange.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1600-1611) | 249882 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Ducats - Albert and Isabella ND (1600-1611) coin.
