2 Ducats - William V (Death) 1637 front 2 Ducats - William V (Death) 1637 back
2 Ducats - William V (Death) 1637 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

2 Ducats - William V Death

1637 year
Gold (.986) 6.29 g -
Description
Issuer
Landgraviate of Hesse-Cassel (Hesse-Cassel)
Landgrave
William V the Stable (1627-1637)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1637
Value
2 Ducats (7)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
6.29 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#268230
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Tree in storm, 4 houses

Script: Latin

Lettering: DEO • VOLENTE • HUMILIS • LEVABOR •

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the death of William V, the Landgrave of Hesse-Cassel, who passed away in 1637. The coin's design features an image of William V on the obverse, and a depiction of his tomb on the reverse. The coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists and history enthusiasts.