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6 Ducats - Joseph Benedict von Rost
1749 year| Gold | 20.80 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Chur (Grisons) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Joseph Benedict von Rost (1728-1754) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1749 |
| Value | 6 Ducats (18) |
| Currency | Conventionsthaler (1758-1777) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 20.80 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#224221 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Coat of arms of the bishop on an oval shield within a rococo cartouche. Crosier and sword behind. Galero with knotted and tesselated strings above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EX : LIB : BARON : DE : ROST : DOM : IN : FVRSTENB : ET : FVRSTENAU :
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Ducats - Joseph Benedict von Rost 1749 coin from the Bishopric of Chur (Grisons) is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the Bishopric of Chur, which was a rare inclusion on coins of that time.
