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5 Ducats Peace
1698 yearGold (.986) | 17.45 g | 43 mm |
Issuer | Free imperial city of Nuremberg (German States) |
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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 |
Numista | N#132671 |
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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.