© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
½ Carolin - Clemens August of Bayern
| Gold (.770) | 4.85 g | - |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Cologne (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Clemens August of Bavaria (Clemens August von Bayern) (1723-1761) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1735-1736 |
| Value | ½ Carolin (5) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.770) |
| Weight | 4.85 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#330321 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Date above 7 shields of arms on crowned mantle
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EP. H. P. M. &. OS. U. B. S. P. D. C. P. R. L. L. B. S. C. P. D. IN. B. W. F. &. EUL. 17 35
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Carolin coin is that it was minted during the reign of Clemens August of Bayern, who was the Archbishop of Cologne and a powerful figure in the German States during the 18th century. The coin's design features an image of Clemens August on one side and the coat of arms of the Archbishopric of Cologne on the other. The use of gold in the coin's minting was a symbol of the wealth and power of the Archbishopric, and the coin's small size and intricate design made it a valuable and sought-after collector's item.
