4 Ducats - Charles VI ND (1711-1740) front 4 Ducats - Charles VI ND (1711-1740) back
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4 Ducats - Charles VI ND

 
Gold (.986) 13.79 g -
Description
Issuer
Free city of Regensburg (German States)
Period
Free city (1245-1803)
Emperor
Charles VI (Karl VI) (1711-1740)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1711-1740
Value
4 Ducats (14)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
13.79 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#120293
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned, nimbate double-headed eagle, on its breast the crowned arms of Habsburg/Lorraine, imperial orb above. The whole surrounded by the Order of the Golden Fleece. Sword and sceptre in the talons.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CAROLVS.VI.D.G. / ROM.IMP.SEMP.AVG.

Engraver: Johann Pichler

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 4 Ducats - Charles VI ND (1711-1740) from Free city of Regensburg (German States) gold coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles VI, who was the Holy Roman Emperor and King of the Romans, and its minting was likely a response to the growing influence of the Enlightenment and the rise of modern nation-states. The coin's gold content and intricate design reflect the wealth and sophistication of the time, and its issuance marked an important moment in the history of European currency.