1 Ducat - Christian August 1761 front 1 Ducat - Christian August 1761 back
1 Ducat - Christian August 1761 photo
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1 Ducat - Christian August

1761 year
Gold (.986) 3.49 g -
Description
Issuer
County of Solms-Laubach (German States)
Count
Christian August (1723-1784)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1761
Value
1 Ducat (3.5)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.49 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#265076
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned arms

Script: Latin

Lettering: RECTE FACIENDO NEMINEM TIMEAS 1761

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat coin from County of Solms-Laubach is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled during the minting process and was believed to have been used as a way to test the coin's authenticity. The hole was said to be the exact size of a particular type of needle, and if the needle fit perfectly into the hole, it was considered proof that the coin was genuine. This feature is not commonly found in other coins from the same era, making the 1 Ducat coin from County of Solms-Laubach a distinctive and interesting collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1761 IE 306 - - - - - -

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