8 Ducats - Adolph of Dalberg 1729 front 8 Ducats - Adolph of Dalberg 1729 back
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8 Ducats - Adolph of Dalberg

1729 year
Gold (.986) 28 g -
Description
Issuer
Abbey of Fulda (German States)
Prince-abbot
Adolphus of Dalberg (Adolf von Dalberg) (1726-1737)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1729
Value
8 Ducats (8 Dukaten) (28)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
28 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#287282
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Helmeted arms

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CANDORE ET AMORE
17 29

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 8 Ducats - Adolph of Dalberg 1729 coin from the Abbey of Fulda (German States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued in 1729, just a few years after the end of the Great Northern War, which had a profound impact on the economies of many European countries, including Germany. Additionally, the coin was minted during the reign of Adolph of Dalberg, who was a prominent figure in the German States and played a significant role in shaping the region's political and economic landscape. Despite being minted over 290 years ago, this coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item, with its gold content and historical significance making it a truly unique piece of numismatic history.