7 Ducats - Peter II ND (1581-1601) front 7 Ducats - Peter II ND (1581-1601) back
7 Ducats - Peter II ND (1581-1601) photo
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7 Ducats - Peter II ND

 
Gold (.986) 24 g 39 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Chur (Grisons)
Bishop
Peter II von Rascher (1581-1601)
Emperor
Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1581-1601
Value
7 Ducats (56)
Currency
Thaler (1565-1581)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
24 g
Diameter
39 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#131408
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle.

Script: Latin

Lettering: RODOL· II · D · G · ROM · IMP · SEMP · AVGVSTVS

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 7 Ducats - Peter II ND (1581-1601) coin from the Bishopric of Chur (Grisons) is that it features a unique design element - a small cross on the reverse side, which is not typically found on coins from this region. This cross is believed to represent the Christian faith and symbolize the connection between the church and the state.