6 Ducats - Frederick William 1686 front 6 Ducats - Frederick William 1686 back
6 Ducats - Frederick William 1686 photo
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6 Ducats - Frederick William

1686 year
Gold (.986) 21 g 42 mm
Description
Issuer
State of Brandenburg-Prussia (German States)
Margrave
Frederick William (Friedrich Wilhelm) (1640-1688)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1686
Value
6 Ducats (21)
Currency
Thaler (1618-1701)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
21 g
Diameter
42 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#410998
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Helmeted arms.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DEUS FORTITUDO MEA
16 86
L . C . S .

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 6 Ducats - Frederick William 1686 coin from State of Brandenburg-Prussia (German States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Frederick William, who was the Elector of Brandenburg and the Duke of Prussia. He ruled from 1686 until his death in 1713 and during his reign, he implemented a number of economic and military reforms that helped to strengthen the region's economy and increase its power. The coin itself is made of gold (.986) and weighs 21 grams, making it a valuable and highly sought-after collector's item.