© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Ducat - Hermann ND
1666 year| Gold | 3.5 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Hatzfeld (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Hermann (1658-1673) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1666 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#364939 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Madonna seated with Child in clouds, rays around, small shield of Hatzfeld arms below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROTECTRIX. NE. DESERAS: AFF: FAM: HATZFELDTICA. AVGE. FODINAS.
Interesting fact
The 1 Ducat - Hermann ND (1666) coin was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, specifically during the Thirty Years' War (1618-1648). This conflict had a profound impact on the German States, including the County of Hatzfeld, where the coin was minted. Despite the challenges of war, the minting of this coin shows the resilience and resourcefulness of the people of Hatzfeld in maintaining their economic and cultural activities.