5 Ducats (Peace) 1698 front 5 Ducats (Peace) 1698 back
5 Ducats (Peace) 1698 photo
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5 Ducats Peace

1698 year
Gold (.986) 17.45 g 43 mm
Description
Issuer
Free imperial city of Nuremberg (German States)
Period
Free City (1219-1806)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1698
Value
5 Ducats (5 Dukaten) (17.5)
Currency
Reichsguldiner (1620-1753)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
17.45 g
Diameter
43 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#132671
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Peace standing above two genii holding shields of arms.

Script: Latin

Lettering: EXOPTATA DIV PAX COE: - LI EX MVNERE VENIT.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Ducats (Peace) 1698 coin from the Free Imperial City of Nuremberg is that it features an image of the Roman goddess of peace, Irene, on its obverse side. This symbolizes the city's commitment to peace and prosperity, and serves as a reminder of the importance of these values in the face of conflict and turmoil.