© H. D. Rauch
© H. D. Rauch
½ Ducat - Raimund Ferdinand of Rabatta
1716 year| Gold (.986) | 1.72 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Passau (German States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Raymund Ferdinand of Rabatta (1713-1722) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1716 |
| Value | ½ Ducat (½ Dukat) (1.75) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 1.72 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#240501 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Wolf holding oval shield, date above.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Ducat - Raimund Ferdinand of Rabatta 1716 from Bishopric of Passau (German States) coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Raimund Ferdinand of Rabatta, who was the Prince-Bishop of Passau from 1716 to 1728. During his reign, the Bishopric of Passau was facing financial difficulties, and the minting of this coin was likely a response to the need for a stable currency. The coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable collector's item today.
