¼ Ducat - Anthony III 1722-1730 front ¼ Ducat - Anthony III 1722-1730 back
¼ Ducat - Anthony III 1722-1730 photo
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¼ Ducat - Anthony III

 
Gold (.986) 0.86 g -
Description
Issuer
County of Montfort-Peggau (German States)
Count
Anthony III (Anton III) (1693-1733)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1722-1730
Value
¼ Ducat (0.875)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
0.86 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#278712
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Helmeted, mitred and mantled arms of the Counts of Montfort

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PRO DEO ET LEGE
1730

Translation: For God and law

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ¼ Ducat - Anthony III 1722-1730 from County of Montfort-Peggau (German States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Anthony III, who was the Count of Montfort-Peggau from 1722 until his death in 1730. During this period, the Holy Roman Empire was in decline, and many German states were struggling to maintain their independence and economic stability. Despite these challenges, the ¼ Ducat coin remained a popular form of currency throughout the region, and its gold content made it a valuable and reliable medium of exchange.