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1 Ducat - Charles Theodore Trade Coinage
1750 yearGold (.986) | 3.5 g | 22.5 mm |
Issuer | Electors of the Palatinate (Palatinate, German States) |
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Elector palatine | Charles IV Theodore (Karl IV Theodor) (1742-1777) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Year | 1750 |
Value | 1 Ducat (3.5) |
Currency | Thaler |
Composition | Gold (.986) |
Weight | 3.5 g |
Diameter | 22.5 mm |
Shape | Round |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#32111 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Order of Saint Hubert.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 17 50
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Charles Theodore (Trade Coinage) 1750 from Electors of the Palatinate (Palatinate, German States) 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 Theodore, who was the Elector of the Palatinate and a key figure in the German States. The coin's minting was likely a response to the growing demand for trade coins in Europe, particularly in the German States, where trade and commerce were becoming increasingly important. The use of gold in the coin's production also speaks to the value and prestige associated with gold during this time period.