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© Ilustrowany Skorowidz Pieniêdzy Polskich i z Polska Zwiazanych
Dwudukat gdański - Jan III Sobieski Gdańsk ND
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth |
|---|---|
| King | John III Sobieski (1674-1696) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1674-1696 |
| Value | 2 Ducats |
| Currency | First Zloty (1573-1795) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#98803 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Comment
Kopicki 7696Interesting fact
The Dwudukat gdański - Jan III Sobieski (Gdańsk) ND (1674-1696) coin was minted during the reign of King Jan III Sobieski, who was a prominent figure in Polish history. He was known for his military victories, particularly the Battle of Vienna in 1683, which halted the Ottoman Empire's expansion into Europe. The coin's design features an image of the king on one side and the Polish coat of arms on the other. It was made of gold, which was a valuable and prestigious metal at the time, and its value was equivalent to 200 Polish złoty. Despite its age, some of these coins are still in circulation among collectors today, making them a highly sought-after piece of history.
