5 Ducats - Charles II 1612-1616 front 5 Ducats - Charles II 1612-1616 back
5 Ducats - Charles II 1612-1616 photo
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5 Ducats - Charles II

 
Gold (.986) 17.5 g -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Münsterberg-Oels (Silesia)
Duke
Charles II (Karl II) (1565-1617)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1612-1616
Value
5 Ducats (10)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
17.5 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#354658
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Ornate shield of 4-fold arms, with central shield, 3 ornate helmets above, date at end of legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: SVPREM • PER VT • SIL • CAPIT • 6IZ •

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Ducats - Charles II 1612-1616 from Duchy of Münsterberg-Oels (Silesia) gold coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles II, who was the Duke of Münsterberg-Oels from 1612 to 1616. During this period, the region was experiencing significant economic growth and trade, and the coin was likely used to facilitate transactions and commerce. Additionally, the coin's gold content and high denomination would have made it a valuable and prestigious currency, reflecting the wealth and power of the Duchy at the time.