Czterodukat gdański - Jan II Kazimierz Waza (Gdańsk) ND (1649-1668) front Czterodukat gdański - Jan II Kazimierz Waza (Gdańsk) ND (1649-1668) back
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Czterodukat gdański - Jan II Kazimierz Waza Gdańsk ND

 
Gold - -
Description
Issuer
Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth
King
John II Casimir Vasa (1649-1668)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1649-1668
Value
4 Ducats (4 Dukatów)
Currency
First Zloty (1573-1795)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#96990
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Czterodukat gdański - Jan II Kazimierz Waza (Gdańsk) ND (1649-1668) coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. The coin was issued during the reign of King Jan II Kazimierz Waza, who ruled from 1649 to 1668. During his reign, the Commonwealth faced numerous challenges, including wars with neighboring countries, internal conflicts, and a devastating Swedish invasion known as the "Swedish Deluge." Despite these challenges, the coin remained a stable and trusted form of currency, reflecting the resilience and determination of the Polish-Lithuanian people during this difficult period.