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© Sincona AG
½ Ducat - Christoff Louis II and Frederick Botho
| Gold (.986) | 1.75 g | 18.6 mm |
| Issuer | County of Stolberg-Stolberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Christopher Louis II (Christoph Ludwig II) (1738-1761) Frederick Botho (Friedrich Botho) (1739-1768) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1745-1750 |
| Value | ½ Ducat (½ Dukat) (1.75) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 1.75 g |
| Diameter | 18.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#166428 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned arms divide date.
Script: Latin
Comment
Mintmaster IIG - Johann Jeremias GründlerInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Ducat coin from County of Stolberg-Stolberg is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Europe. The coin was minted in 1745-1750, during the reign of Christoff Louis II and Frederick Botho, who were both prominent figures in the German States. This was a time of great political and social change, with the Enlightenment and the rise of modern nation-states. Despite these changes, the coin remained a symbol of stability and continuity, as it was made of gold (.986) and weighed 1.75g, reflecting the value and wealth of the region.
