© Hess Divo
© Hess Divo
1 Ducat - Louis VIII
| Gold (.986) | 3.45 g | - |
| Issuer | Landgraviate of Hesse-Darmstadt (Hesse-Darmstadt, German States) |
|---|---|
| Landgrave | Louis VIII (1739-1768) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1746-1755 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler (1568-1805) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.45 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#154604 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms within ornate oval.
Script: Latin
Comment
Mintmaster - Andreas KochInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Louis VIII 1746-1755 from Landgraviate of Hesse-Darmstadt is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Louis VIII, who was the Landgrave of Hesse-Darmstadt from 1746 until his death in 1755. During this time, the Holy Roman Empire was dissolved, and the German states were in the process of reorganizing themselves. The coin's minting was likely a response to the economic and political changes happening in the region, and it is a testament to the enduring legacy of the Landgraviate of Hesse-Darmstadt during this period.
