1 Ducat - Charles Louis
1796 yearGold (.986) | 3.5 g | - |
Issuer | County of Stolberg-Stolberg (German States) |
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Count | Charles Louis (Karl Ludwig) (1761-1803) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Year | 1796 |
Value | 1 Ducat (3.5) |
Currency | Thaler |
Composition | Gold (.986) |
Weight | 3.5 g |
Shape | Round |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#177363 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Helmeted arms, date in legend, arms divide EH - AZ.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Charles Louis 1796 from County of Stolberg-Stolberg (German States) coin is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic upheaval in Europe. The coin was issued in the midst of the French Revolution, which had a profound impact on the German states and led to the eventual dissolution of the Holy Roman Empire. Despite this turmoil, the coin remains a testament to the enduring value of gold and the importance of currency in facilitating trade and commerce.