2 Ducats ND (1658-1659) front 2 Ducats ND (1658-1659) back
2 Ducats ND (1658-1659) photo
© Sincona AG

2 Ducats ND

 
Gold (.986) 6.71 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Bern
Period
Republic (1648-1798)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1658-1659
Value
2 Ducats
Currency
Thaler (1646-1798)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
6.71 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#101459
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Imperial eagle.

Script: Latin

Lettering: BERCHT·DVX·ZERING·COND·BERN

Comment

Examples of this type:

Example #1 (6.71g, Extremely Fine):

© Image courtesy of SINCONA AG:
◦ Auctioned by SINCONA AG, Auction 30, 20 May 2016, Lot 3570. Sold for 24,000 CHF.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Ducats ND (1658-1659) from City of Bern is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political significance for the city. Bern was a prominent trading center in the 17th century, and the coin's issuance was likely a response to the growing demand for currency in the region. The coin's gold content and intricate design also reflect the city's wealth and artistic sophistication at the time.