2 Ducats - Frederick V 1612 front 2 Ducats - Frederick V 1612 back
2 Ducats - Frederick V 1612 photo
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2 Ducats - Frederick V

1612 year
Gold (.986) 7 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
Electors of the Palatinate (Palatinate, German States)
Elector palatine
Frederick V (Friedrich V) (1610-1623)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1612
Value
2 Ducats (7)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
7 g
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#417236
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crown above 3 shields in inner circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MONETA NOVA AVREA 1612
II DVCATT

Translation:
New gold coinage.
2 ducats.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Ducats - Frederick V 1612 coin is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in the Palatinate region of Germany. The coin was issued by Frederick V, who was the Elector Palatine at the time, and it features an image of him on one side and the coat of arms of the Palatinate on the other. The coin was made of gold (.986) and weighed 7 grams, making it a valuable and highly sought-after collector's item. Despite its age, the coin remains in relatively good condition, with many examples still available for purchase today.