© Hess Divo
© Hess Divo
1 Ducat - Charles I
| Gold (.986) | 3.43 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Landgraviate of Hesse-Cassel (Hesse-Cassel) |
|---|---|
| Landgrave | Charles I (Karl I) (1670-1730) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1724-1725 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.43 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#154591 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned round arms.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Charles I 1724-1725 from Landgraviate of Hesse-Cassel (Hesse-Cassel) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles I, who was the Landgrave of Hesse-Cassel from 1670 to 1730. During his reign, Charles I implemented a number of economic reforms, including the introduction of a new currency system, which helped to stabilize the economy and increase trade in the region. The 1 Ducat coin was a key part of this new currency system, and it was widely used throughout Hesse-Cassel and other parts of Europe. Despite its age, the coin remains a valuable and highly sought-after collector's item today, with many examples still in circulation among numismatists and history buffs.
