Ducat - Ferdinand of Bavaria 1638 front Ducat - Ferdinand of Bavaria 1638 back
Ducat - Ferdinand of Bavaria 1638 photo
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Ducat - Ferdinand of Bavaria

1638 year
Gold (.986) 3.5 g -
Description
Issuer
Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States)
Prince-bishop
Ferdinand of Bavaria (Ferdinand von Bayern) (1612-1650)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1638
Value
1 Ducaton (1638) = 123 Patards (6.15)
Currency
Florin Brabant-Liege (1545-1650)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.5 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#90096
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Inscription in tablet, date divided at sides

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DVCATVS
NOWS DVC
BVLLONI
ENSIS

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Ducat - Ferdinand of Bavaria 1638 from Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States) is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, specifically during the Thirty Years' War (1618-1648). Despite the conflict, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, with its gold content and intricate designs.