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1 Ducat - Frederick Charles
1799 year| Gold (.986) | 3.47 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Löwenstein-Wertheim-Virneburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Frederick Charles (Friedrich Karl) (1790-1812) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1799 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler (1611-1812) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.47 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#154687 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned 9-fold arms of Löwenstein, Rochefort, Wertheim, Matagu, Bavaria, Limpurg, Breuberg, Virneburg and Scharfeneck. Order with ribbon below and date separated to the sides.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
The 1 Ducat coin from County of Löwenstein-Wertheim-Virneburg was minted in 1799, during the reign of Frederick Charles, and it features an image of the ruler on one side and the coat of arms of the county on the other. What's interesting about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic upheaval in Europe, with the French Revolution and the subsequent Napoleonic Wars causing widespread turmoil. Despite this, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and detail, showcasing the skill of the mint masters and engravers who created it.
