© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
2 Ducats - John Memorial to Charles I ND
| Gold (.986) | 7 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Münsterberg-Oels (Silesia) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John (Johann) (1536-1565) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Years | 1536-1565 |
| Value | 2 Ducats (4) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#176271 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bust left
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PA - TER
KAROLVS. D. G. DVX. MONSTERBERGENSIS.
Comment
Ref. Sch#2367; S/Sch #67; F/S #2118.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate John, the Duke of Münsterberg-Oels, who ruled the duchy from 1536 to 1565. The coin's design features an image of John on one side and the coat of arms of the duchy on the other. The use of gold and the relatively high weight of 7 grams make it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists.
