6 Ducats ND (1765-1790) front 6 Ducats ND (1765-1790) back
6 Ducats ND (1765-1790) photo
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6 Ducats ND

 
Gold (.986) 21 g 42 mm
Description
Issuer
Free city of Regensburg (German States)
Period
Free city (1245-1803)
Emperor
Joseph II (1765-1790)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1765-1790
Value
6 Ducats
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
21 g
Diameter
42 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#297164
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle with crowned arms on breast.

Script: Latin

Lettering: IOSEPHVS II • D • G • - NOM • IMP • SEMP • AVG •

Interesting fact

The 6 Ducats coin from the Free City of Regensburg (German States) made of Gold (.986) weighing 21g is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the period of the Holy Roman Empire, which was a loose confederation of German states that existed from the 10th to the 19th century. The Regensburg mint was one of the most important mints in the empire, and its coins were widely used for trade and commerce. The 6 Ducats coin was a high-denomination coin that was used for large transactions, and its gold content made it a valuable and sought-after coin. Despite the challenges of the time, the Regensburg mint was able to produce coins of high quality and artistry, making them highly collectible today.