3 Ducats - Charles Theodore (Vikariat) 1790-1792 front 3 Ducats - Charles Theodore (Vikariat) 1790-1792 back
3 Ducats - Charles Theodore (Vikariat) 1790-1792 photo
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3 Ducats - Charles Theodore Vikariat

 
Gold (.986) 10.43 g -
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Bavaria (German States)
Prince elector
Charles Theodore (1777-1799)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1790-1792
Value
3 Ducats (3 Dukaten) (10.5)
Currency
Conventionsthaler (1753-1806)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
10.43 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#266780
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Double-headed eagle with crowned complex arms on breast

Script: Latin

Lettering:
• I • C • & • M • D • L • L • P • M • M • M • A • Z • C • V • S • M • & • R • D • I • N • R •
1792
3

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 3 Ducats - Charles Theodore (Vikariat) 1790-1792 coin from Electorate of Bavaria (German States) is that it was minted during a time of great political and social change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles Theodore, who was the Elector of Bavaria and a key figure in the German Enlightenment. This period saw significant reforms and modernization efforts in the region, and the coin's design reflects some of these changes. For example, the obverse of the coin features a portrait of Charles Theodore wearing a modern-style wig and clothing, rather than the traditional royal attire seen on earlier coins. Additionally, the coin's reverse features an image of a lion, which was a symbol of strength and courage that was popular during the Enlightenment era. Overall, this coin is a fascinating piece of history that provides a glimpse into the cultural and political shifts that were taking place in Europe during the late 18th century.