© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Ducat - Charles Frederick
| Gold (.986) | 3.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Margraviate of Baden-Durlach (German States) |
|---|---|
| Margrave | Charles I Frederick (Karl I Friedrich) (1738-1771) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1767-1768 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (1 Dukat) (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler (1535-1771) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#257841 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned arms with griffin supporters.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EX SABULIS RHENI
1767
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat coin from the Margraviate of Baden-Durlach is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued in 1767-1768, a period when many European countries were transitioning from a feudal system to a more modern, capitalist economy. This change is reflected in the coin's design, which features an image of Charles Frederick, the Margrave of Baden-Durlach, on one side, and a depiction of the coat of arms of the Margraviate on the other. The coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable collector's item today.
