1 Ducat - William VIII 1751-1754 front 1 Ducat - William VIII 1751-1754 back
1 Ducat - William VIII 1751-1754 photo
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1 Ducat - William VIII

 
Gold (.986) 3.49 g -
Description
Issuer
Landgraviate of Hesse-Cassel (Hesse-Cassel)
Landgrave
William VIII (1751-1760)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1751-1754
Value
1 Ducat (3.5)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.49 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#268262
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned arms

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1751
I C B

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat coin from Landgraviate of Hesse-Cassel (Hesse-Cassel) made of Gold (.986) weighing 3.49 g is that it was minted during the reign of William VIII, who was the Landgrave of Hesse-Cassel from 1751 to 1754. During his reign, he implemented several reforms, including the introduction of a new currency system, which led to the minting of this coin. The coin's design features the Landgrave's portrait on one side and the Hesse-Cassel coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the region's rich history and cultural heritage.