¼ Ducat - Francis Maximilian 1670-1671 front ¼ Ducat - Francis Maximilian 1670-1671 back
¼ Ducat - Francis Maximilian 1670-1671 photo
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn

¼ Ducat - Francis Maximilian

 
Gold (.986) 0.75 g -
Description
Issuer
County of Mansfeld-Bornstedt (German States)
Count
Francis Maximilian (Franz Maximilian) (1662-1717)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1670-1671
Value
¼ Ducat (0.875)
Currency
Thaler (1531-1780)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
0.75 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#198110
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Arms, value and date.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ¼ Ducat coin from County of Mansfeld-Bornstedt is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the region. The Thirty Years War had recently ended, and the German States were still recovering from the devastation. Despite this, the coinage of the region remained consistent, with the ¼ Ducat being a popular denomination for trade and commerce. This coin is a testament to the resilience and determination of the people of the County of Mansfeld-Bornstedt during a difficult period in history.