¼ Carolin - Frederick William 1734-1735 front ¼ Carolin - Frederick William 1734-1735 back
¼ Carolin - Frederick William 1734-1735 photo
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¼ Carolin - Frederick William

 
Gold (.770) 2.425 g -
Description
Issuer
Principality of Hohenzollern-Hechingen (German States)
Prince
Frederick William (Friedrich Wilhelm) (1671-1735)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1734-1735
Value
¼ Carolin (2.5)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.770)
Weight
2.425 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#95856
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned and draped arms, legend surrounding with date separated at bottom.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
.NIHIL ABS / QUE DEO.
17 / 34

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, specifically during the War of the Polish Succession (1733-1738). Despite the conflict, the Principality of Hohenzollern-Hechingen was able to maintain its independence and continue minting its own coins, including this ¼ Carolin.