16 Mark Gold Pattern ND
1711 year| Gold | 11.7 g |
| Issuer | Free imperial city of Aachen (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city (1166-1801) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1711 |
| Value | 16 Marks (½) |
| Currency | Thaler (1504-1798) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 11.7 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#267462 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Woman with wine ladle.
Lettering: NEC.ERAT.QVI.COGERET.AD.BIBENDVM
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 16 Mark (Gold Pattern) ND (1711) from Free imperial city of Aachen (German States) made of Gold weighing 11.7 g is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Charles VI, who was trying to reform the Holy Roman Empire and strengthen its economy. The coin's design and weight were meant to reflect the city's wealth and power, and it was likely used as a symbol of the city's prosperity and influence.
