© 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 - William IV Death
1751 year| Gold | 2.95 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Nassau-Dietz (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | William IV (Willem IV) (1711-1751) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1751 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 2.95 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#367582 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ornate sarcophagus, 2-line inscription with Roman numeral date in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
APVD. DEVM. &C. BO NOS VIVET IN ÆTERNV.
OBIIT. XXII. OC
MDCCLI.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - William IV (Death) 1751 coin from Principality of Nassau-Dietz (German States) is that it was minted to commemorate the death of William IV, who was the Prince of Nassau-Dietz from 1711 until his death in 1751. The coin features an image of William IV on the obverse side, and an image of his tomb on the reverse side, symbolizing his passing and the end of his reign. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, made even more unique by its gold composition and historic significance.