© Hess Divo
© Hess Divo
8 Ducats - Amand of Buseck
1738 year| Gold (.986) | 27.90 g | - |
| Issuer | Abbey of Fulda (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-abbot | Amand of Buseck (Amand von Buseck) (1737-1756) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1738 |
| Value | 8 Ducats (8 Dukaten) (28) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 27.90 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#136064 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Helmeted ornate 4-fold arms, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VERITATE·ET·IVSTITIA·
N · 1738 · D
Translation:
Truth and Justice
ND = Johann Nikolaus Dittmar
Engraver: Johann Nikolaus Dittmar
Comment
Struck with the dies of the Reichsthaler (KM# 86).Buchonia/Hinkelbein# 1
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Ducats - Amand of Buseck 1738 coin from the Abbey of Fulda (German States) is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled into the coin as a way to signify its authenticity and value. At the time, it was believed that a coin with a hole in it was less likely to be counterfeited, as it would be more difficult to duplicate the unique design element. This feature has made the coin particularly sought after by collectors and numismatists.