3 Ducats - Johann Christian and Georg Rudolf 1610-1613 front 3 Ducats - Johann Christian and Georg Rudolf 1610-1613 back
3 Ducats - Johann Christian and Georg Rudolf 1610-1613 photo
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3 Ducats - Johann Christian and Georg Rudolf

 
Gold (.986) 10.4 g 34 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Liegnitz-Brieg (Silesia)
Duke
John Christian (Johann Christian) (1602-1639) George Rudolph (Georg Rudolf) (1602-1653)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1610-1613
Value
3 Ducats (6)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
10.4 g
Diameter
34 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#190136
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Composite arms with the ornate helms above. Silesian eagle on top.

Script: Latin

Lettering: DVC SIL LIG / ET BREG 610

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 3 Ducats coin from the Duchy of Liegnitz-Brieg (Silesia) is that it features a unique double portrait of Johann Christian and Georg Rudolf, the two ruling dukes at the time. This double portrait was a rare design element in coins during that period, making the coin particularly distinctive and valuable among collectors.