© Hess Divo
© Hess Divo
½ Dukat ND
1770 year| Gold (.986) | 1.68 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | City of Basel |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1770 |
| Value | ½ Ducat (½ Dukat) (4) |
| Currency | Thaler (1621- 1798) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 1.68 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#123613 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Value and canton name in flower design.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1/2
DUCAT·
BASIL·
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Dukat ND (1770) from City of Basel is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Joseph II, who was known for his efforts to modernize and centralize the Habsburg Empire. The coin's mintage was likely a response to the growing need for a standardized currency system across the empire, and it features a unique blend of gold and silver that was commonly used in European coinage at the time. Despite its age, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
