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Ducat - In the name of Ferdinand I ND
| Gold | 3.43 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Abbey of Thorn (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Abbess | Margaret of Brederode (Margaretha van Brederode) (1557-1577) |
| Emperor | Ferdinand I (1556-1564) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1557-1564 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (5) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.43 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#349724 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned bust of Ferdinand right, holding scepter and hilt of sword.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FERDI ★ ROMA ★ IMPE ★ SEM ★ AVGV
Unabridged legend: Ferdinandus Romanorum Imperator Semper Augustus
Translation: Ferdinand, ever exalted Emperor of the Romans
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Ducat - In the name of Ferdinand I ND (1557-1564) from Abbey of Thorn (Belgian States) made of Gold weighing 3.43 g is that it was minted during a time of great religious and political turmoil in Europe. The coin features an image of Ferdinand I, the Holy Roman Emperor, and was produced by the Abbey of Thorn, which was a powerful religious institution in the Belgian States. The coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians.
