4 Ducats - Joseph II ND (1765-1790) front 4 Ducats - Joseph II ND (1765-1790) back
4 Ducats - Joseph II ND (1765-1790) photo
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4 Ducats - Joseph II ND

 
Gold (.986) 13.58 g -
Description
Issuer
Free city of Regensburg (German States)
Period
Free city (1245-1803)
Emperor
Joseph II (1765-1790)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1765-1790
Value
4 Ducats (14)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
13.58 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#120294
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Hebrew inscription with surrounding sun-rays over city view.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
OMNIA IN MANU DOMINI.
RATISBONA

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 4 Ducats - Joseph II ND (1765-1790) coin from the Free City of Regensburg is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Joseph II, who was the Holy Roman Emperor and King of Germany, and it was minted in the Free City of Regensburg, which was a significant trading center and financial hub in the German States. The coin's gold content and weight also make it a notable example of coinage from this period, as it was minted using a high-quality gold alloy and has a distinctive weight that sets it apart from other coins of its time.