5 Ducats - Frederick Adolphus 1711-1716 front 5 Ducats - Frederick Adolphus 1711-1716 back
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5 Ducats - Frederick Adolphus

 
Gold (.986) 17.5 g -
Description
Issuer
County of Lippe-Detmold (Lippe, German States)
Count
Frederick Adolphus (Friedrich Adolf) (1697-1718)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1711-1716
Value
5 Ducats (5 Dukaten) (17.5)
Currency
Thaler (1413-1788)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
17.5 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#381749
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Helmeted oval arms

Script: Latin

Lettering:
IVSTVM ET DECORVM
1711
H L

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Ducats coin from County of Lippe-Detmold is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally placed there by the mint to signify the coin's authenticity and value. It's a distinct characteristic that sets this coin apart from other coins of the time and adds to its historical and numismatic significance.