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¼ Ducat - Frederick I
| Gold (.986) | 0.875 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Landgraviate of Hesse-Cassel (Hesse-Cassel) |
|---|---|
| Landgrave | Frederick I (Friedrich I) (1730-1751) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1744-1750 |
| Value | ¼ Ducat (0.875) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 0.875 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#31271 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned rampant lion facing left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 17 * 44
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Ducat coin from Landgraviate of Hesse-Cassel is that it was minted during the reign of Frederick I, who was known for his military campaigns and territorial expansion, which led to Hesse-Cassel becoming a powerful state in Germany during the 18th century.
