2 Ducats (Silver pattern strike; Coronation) 1764 front 2 Ducats (Silver pattern strike; Coronation) 1764 back
2 Ducats (Silver pattern strike; Coronation) 1764 photo
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2 Ducats Silver pattern strike; Coronation

1764 year
Silver - 27 mm
Description
Issuer
Free imperial city of Frankfurt (German States)
Period
Free City (1372-1866)
Type
Pattern
Year
1764
Value
2 Ducats (2 Dukaten) (7)
Currency
Medallic coronation coinage, Thaler
Composition
Silver
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#209602
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Peace standing above fallen knight (War).

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 2 Ducats (Silver pattern strike; Coronation) 1764 from Free imperial city of Frankfurt (German States) made of Silver is that it features a unique design that was never used on any other coin. The obverse of the coin depicts a portrait of Emperor Francis I, while the reverse shows a crowned eagle with the Frankfurt coat of arms. This design was created specifically for the coronation of Francis I as Holy Roman Emperor and was only used on a small number of coins, making it highly sought after by collectors.