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½ Carolin - Charles Albert
| Gold (.770) | 4.85 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Electorate of Bavaria (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Charles Albert (Karl Albrecht) (1725-1746) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1726-1731 |
| Value | ½ Carolin (5) |
| Currency | Thaler (1623-1752) |
| Composition | Gold (.770) |
| Weight | 4.85 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#39638 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Virgin and Child with Bavarian coat of arms, legend around, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CLYPEVS OMNIB IN TE SPERANTIB
1728
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Carolin coin is that it was minted during the reign of Charles Albert, who was the Elector of Bavaria from 1726 to 1731. This coin was made of gold (.770) and weighed 4.85 grams. It was a standard circulation coin in the German States during that time period.
