© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
1 Ducat - Christoph Louis II and Frederick Botho
| Gold (.986) | 3.5 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | County of Stolberg-Stolberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Christopher Louis II (Christoph Ludwig II) (1738-1761) Frederick Botho (Friedrich Botho) (1739-1768) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1740-1757 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#166429 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Triple-helmeted coat-of-arms; date between helmets
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOM • IN • EPST • MVNZ • BR • AIG • LOHR • & CLET •
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, particularly in the Holy Roman Empire. The coin was minted in 1740, just a few years before the Seven Years' War (1756-1763) which involved many European powers, including Prussia, Austria, and Great Britain. Despite the political and military tensions of the time, the County of Stolberg-Stolberg was able to maintain its independence and continue minting its own coins, such as this 1 Ducat coin.
