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© Sincona AG
Ducat
1653 year| Gold (.986) | 3.46 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Basel |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1653 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (8) |
| Currency | Thaler (1621- 1798) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.46 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#169253 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
5-line inscription over rosette within stylized frame.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DVCATUS
NOVVS
REIPUB:
BASILE
ENSIS
Interesting fact
The Ducat 1653 from the City of Basel is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few known examples remaining in existence. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, with the Thirty Years' War (1618-1648) having recently ended and the English Civil War (1642-1651) taking place. Despite these conflicts, the City of Basel was able to maintain its independence and continue minting coins, such as the Ducat 1653, which were highly valued for their purity and quality.
