© H. D. Rauch
© H. D. Rauch
¼ Ducat - Christian Ernest and Francis Josias
1738 year| Gold (.986) | 0.88 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Christian Ernest II (Christian Ernst II) (1729-1745) Francis Josias (1735-1764) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1738 |
| Value | ¼ Ducat (½) |
| Currency | Thaler (1680-1763) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 0.88 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#319809 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned oval shield of 4-fold arms between 2 palm branches, mintmaster’s initials below
Script: Latin
Lettering: G H E
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Ducat coin from the Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld is that it features a unique double portrait of Christian Ernest and Francis Josias, the two ruling dukes at the time of its minting in 1738. This double portrait design was a departure from the traditional single portrait found on most coins and was intended to symbolize the unity and cooperation between the two dukes.
