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2 Ducats - Leopold I
| Gold (.986) | 7 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Deventer (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Leopold I (1657-1705) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1656-1666 |
| Value | 2 Ducats |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#366532 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Emperor Leopold I standing right dividing date, wearing crown and armor, holding sword on right shoulder and globus cruciger in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LEOPOLDUS D G R OM IMP S AV G
16 62
Unabridged legend: Leopoldus Dei Gratia Romanorum Imperator Semper Augustus
Translation: Leopold, by God's grace ever exalted Emperor of the Romans
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Ducats - Leopold I 1656-1666 from City of Deventer (Dutch Republic) coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The Dutch Republic was a powerful trading nation during this period, and the coin's gold content and weight reflect the value of gold during this time. Additionally, the coin's design features an image of Leopold I, who was the Holy Roman Emperor at the time, which highlights the political and cultural ties between the Dutch Republic and the Holy Roman Empire.
