½ Ducat - Frederick Botho and Charles Louis
1762 year| Gold (.986) | 1.75 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Stolberg-Stolberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Frederick Botho (Friedrich Botho) (1739-1768) Charles Louis (Karl Ludwig) (1761-1803) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1762 |
| Value | ½ Ducat (½ Dukat) (1.75) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 1.75 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#168302 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned arms divide date.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Ducat coin from the County of Stolberg-Stolberg is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in Europe. The coin was issued in 1762, just a few years before the outbreak of the Seven Years' War, which would have a profound impact on the German States and the rest of Europe. Despite this turmoil, 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.
