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1 Ducat - Christoph Francis of Hutten ND
1724 year| Gold (.986) | 3.46 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Würzburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Christopher Francis of Hutten (Christoph Franz von Hutten) (1724-1729) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1724 |
| Value | 1 Ducat |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.46 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#159820 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
St. Christopher
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Christoph Francis of Hutten ND (1724) from Bishopric of Würzburg (German States) coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Christoph Franz von Hutten, who was the Prince-Bishop of Würzburg from 1724 to 1729. During his reign, the Bishopric of Würzburg was facing significant financial challenges, and the minting of this coin was likely a way for the government to generate revenue and stabilize the local economy. Despite the challenges, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item today, with its gold content and historical significance making it a unique piece of numismatic history.
