1 Ducat - Francis Conrad of Rodt 1761 front 1 Ducat - Francis Conrad of Rodt 1761 back
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1 Ducat - Francis Conrad of Rodt

1761 year
Gold (.986) 3.51 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Constance (German States)
Bishop
Francis Conrad of Rodt (Franz Konrad von Rodt) (1750-1775)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1761
Value
1 Ducat (3.5)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.51 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#153774
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cardinal's hat and crown above quartered arms within mantle.

Script: Latin

Comment

Klein 120, Slg. Hermann 563

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Francis Conrad of Rodt 1761 from Bishopric of Constance (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 Francis Conrad of Rodt, who was the Prince-Bishop of Constance from 1750 to 1763. During his reign, the Bishopric of Constance was facing financial difficulties, and the minting of this coin was likely a way for the government to generate revenue and stabilize the economy. Despite these 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.