© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
5 Ducats - Gustav Adolph II
1632 year| Gold (.986) | 19.02 g | - |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Mainz (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Gustavus II Adolphus (Gustav II Adolf) (1631-1632) |
| Period | Swedish occupation (1631-1635) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1632 |
| Value | 5 Ducats (Dukaten) (17.5) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 19.02 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#354732 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms in inner circle, date in legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONETA NOVA • AVREA * REGIS ° SWECIÆ * 1632
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Ducats - Gustav Adolph II 1632 coin from the Archbishopric of Mainz (German States) is that it features a unique blend of Christian and Roman imagery on its reverse side. The coin's design includes a depiction of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, surrounded by symbols of the four evangelists (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John) and topped with a crowned imperial eagle, which represents the Holy Roman Empire. This blending of religious and secular symbols reflects the complex political and religious landscape of the German States during the 17th century.
