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© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
2 Ducats - George William
1620 year| Gold (.986) | 7 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | State of Brandenburg-Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| Margrave | George William (Georg Wilhelm) (1619-1640) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1620 |
| Value | 2 Ducats |
| Currency | Thaler (1618-1701) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#412913 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Scepter surrounded by eight shields of arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
R R ERTZC V CHVRF I P Z G C B S P D C W A I
1620
L M
Unabridged legend: ... Römischen Reichs Erz-Cämmerer Und Churfürst In Preussen Zu Gülich Cleve Berg Stettin Pommern Der Cassuben Wenden Auch In Schlesien
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Ducats - George William 1620 from State of Brandenburg-Prussia (German States) coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued in 1620, just a few years after the Thirty Years War had begun, which had a profound impact on the economy and trade in the region. Despite this, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, with its gold content and detailed design. This coin is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the people of Brandenburg-Prussia during a time of great upheaval.
