½ Ducat - Charles William ND (1667-1718) front ½ Ducat - Charles William ND (1667-1718) back
½ Ducat - Charles William ND (1667-1718) photo
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½ Ducat - Charles William ND

 
Gold (.986) 1.75 g -
Description
Issuer
Anhalt-Zerbst (German States)
Prince
Charles William (Karl Wilhelm) (1667-1718)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1667-1718
Value
½ Ducat (1.75)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
1.75 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#434915
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned monogram.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CW
INDOM:FIDUC:NOSTRA:

Interesting fact

The ½ Ducat coin from Anhalt-Zerbst, minted during the reign of Charles William (1667-1718), is interesting because it was issued during a time of great economic and political change in the German States. The coin's gold content (.986) and weight (1.75g) were carefully regulated to ensure consistency and accuracy in trade, reflecting the growing importance of commerce and trade in the region during this period.