2 Ducats - Frederick William 1675-1686 front 2 Ducats - Frederick William 1675-1686 back
2 Ducats - Frederick William 1675-1686 photo
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2 Ducats - Frederick William

 
Gold (.986) 6.96 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
State of Brandenburg-Prussia (German States)
Margrave
Frederick William (Friedrich Wilhelm) (1640-1688)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1675-1686
Value
2 Ducats
Currency
Thaler (1618-1701)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
6.96 g
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#133519
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned arms separating the date. Legend around starting at upper right.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SUPRE MUS DUX IN PRUSSIA
1675

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Ducats coin from State of Brandenburg-Prussia is that it was minted during the reign of Frederick William, also known as the "Great Elector," who was a key figure in the history of Prussia. He was instrumental in modernizing the country's army, administration, and economy, and his reign saw the beginning of Prussia's rise to power in Europe. The coin itself is made of gold (.986) and weighs 6.96 grams, making it a valuable and collectible piece for numismatists and history enthusiasts.