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5 Ducats - Matthias II Prague ND
| Gold (.986) | 17.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Bohemia |
|---|---|
| King | Matthias II (1611-1619) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1612-1619 |
| Value | 5 Ducats (5 Dukaten) |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 17.5 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#282678 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Ducats - Matthias II (Prague) ND (1612-1619) coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Kingdom of Bohemia. The Thirty Years War, which lasted from 1618 to 1648, was a conflict that involved many European powers and had a profound impact on the region. Despite this, the coinage of the time remained consistent, with the 5 Ducats coin being issued throughout the war years. This coin is a testament to the resilience and determination of the people of Bohemia during a period of great upheaval.
