1 Duit - Frederick III 1692-1698 front 1 Duit - Frederick III 1692-1698 back
1 Duit - Frederick III 1692-1698 photo
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1 Duit - Frederick III

 
Copper - 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Cleves (Cleves, German States)
Duke
Frederick III of Brandenburg (1688-1713)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1692-1698
Value
1 Duit (1⁄480)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Copper
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#41575
Rarity index
67%

Reverse

Place name in two lines with date below, decorations above and below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DVC
CLIVIAE
1696

Translation: Duchy of Cleves

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 1 Duit coin from the Duchy of Cleves, issued during the reign of Frederick III (1692-1698), features an image of the duke on one side and the coat of arms of the duchy on the other. The coat of arms includes a shield with three lions, which symbolize the three main regions of the duchy: Cleves, Mark, and Ravensberg. This design was used on many coins issued by the duchy during this period, and it represents the unity and strength of the region.