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5 Ducats - Leopold I Prague
Gold (.986) | 17.26 g | - |
Issuer | Kingdom of Bohemia |
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King | Leopold I (1657-1705) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1659-1661 |
Value | 5 Ducats (5 Dukaten) |
Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
Composition | Gold (.986) |
Weight | 17.26 g |
Shape | Round |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#153893 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Comment
Mintmark:(r) Anchor - mintmaster Christoph Margolik
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Ducats - Leopold I (Prague) 1659-1661 coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Kingdom of Bohemia. The Thirty Years War had recently ended, and the kingdom was struggling to rebuild and maintain its power. Despite these challenges, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, with intricate details and a high gold content. This coin is a testament to the resilience and skill of the mint workers and the people of the Kingdom of Bohemia during a difficult period in history.