© Antykwariat Numizmatyczny - Michał Niemczyk
© Antykwariat Numizmatyczny - Michał Niemczyk
Czterodukat toruński - Jan II Kazimierz Waza Toruń
1655 year| Gold | 13.86 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth |
|---|---|
| King | John II Casimir Vasa (1649-1668) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1655 |
| Value | 4 Ducats (4 Dukatów) |
| Currency | First Zloty (1573-1795) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 13.86 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#96991 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: EX AVRO SOLIDO CIVIT THORVNENS FIERI F
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Czterodukat toruński coin is that it was minted during the reign of King Jan II Kazimierz Waza, who was known for his efforts to strengthen the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth and promote its economy. The coin's design features the king's portrait on one side and the coat of arms of the Commonwealth on the other, symbolizing the unity and power of the two nations. Despite being made of gold, the coin was used as a circulating currency, indicating the wealth and prosperity of the Commonwealth at the time.
