¼ Ducat - Charles Frederick 1747 front ¼ Ducat - Charles Frederick 1747 back
¼ Ducat - Charles Frederick 1747 photo
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¼ Ducat - Charles Frederick

1747 year
Gold (.986) 0.875 g -
Description
Issuer
Margraviate of Baden-Durlach (German States)
Margrave
Charles I Frederick (Karl I Friedrich) (1738-1771)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1747
Value
¼ Ducat (¼ Dukat) (0.875)
Currency
Thaler (1535-1771)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
0.875 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#122589
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

3-line inscription within rococo style cartouceh, legend to the sides.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BAADA
DURLA
1747
DUCAT NOVUS

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ¼ Ducat - Charles Frederick 1747 from Margraviate of Baden-Durlach (German States) coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued in 1747, just a few years before the outbreak of the Seven Years' War, which would have a profound impact on the economy and political landscape of Europe. Despite this, the coin remains a testament to the enduring value of gold and the importance of coinage in facilitating trade and commerce during this time period.