© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
4 Ducats - Johann Christian and Georg Rudolf
| Gold (.986) | 14 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Liegnitz-Brieg (Silesia) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John Christian (Johann Christian) (1602-1639) George Rudolph (Georg Rudolf) (1602-1653) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1605-1610 |
| Value | 4 Ducats (8) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 14 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#176280 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
4-fold arms topped by three helmets, date at end of legend
Script: Latin
Lettering: DVC • SIL • LIG • - ET • BREG •
Comment
Struck with Thaler dies, KM#53.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 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 deliberate design choice, as the dukes were brothers and co-rulers, and it symbolized their unity and cooperation in governing the duchy. This coin is a rare and valuable example of early 17th-century numismatics and is highly sought after by collectors.
