4 Ducats - Maximilian I 1616 front 4 Ducats - Maximilian I 1616 back
4 Ducats - Maximilian I 1616 photo
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4 Ducats - Maximilian I

1616 year
Gold 14 g -
Description
Issuer
Teutonic Order (German States)
Grandmaster
Maximilian I (1590-1618)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1616
Value
4 Ducats (14)
Currency
Thaler (1525-1809)
Composition
Gold
Weight
14 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#420359
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Maximilian mounted to right, shields of arms form circle around.

Script: Latin

Lettering: 16 16

Interesting fact

The 4 Ducats - Maximilian I 1616 coin from the Teutonic Order (German States) made of Gold weighing 14g is interesting because it was minted during a time of great political and religious upheaval in Europe. The coin features an image of Maximilian I, who was the Holy Roman Emperor at the time, and was minted by the Teutonic Order, a military order of German knights who played a significant role in the political and religious conflicts of the time. Despite the turmoil, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item due to its rarity and historical significance.