© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
2 Ducats Spanish type ND
1600 year| Gold | 6.88 g | - |
| Issuer | region of West Friesland (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1600 |
| Value | 2 Ducats (6) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 6.88 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#366917 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eagle with large Spanish arms on breast.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DVCAT ORDI WESTFRI VAL FERDIN
Unabridged legend: Ducatus Ordinum Westfrieslandiae ad Valorum Ferdinandus
Translation: Ducat of the State of West Friesland with value in (the Kingdom of) Ferdinand
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The Dutch Republic was a major trading power at the time, and the West Friesland region was an important center for commerce and industry. The use of gold in the coinage of this period reflects the growing wealth and influence of the Dutch Republic, and the 2 Ducats coin was likely used for large transactions and trade.