1/4 Ducat - Charles Frederick

Uitgever Schleswig-Holstein-Gottorp, Duchy of
Jaar 1711
Type Standard circulation coin
Waarde 1/4 Ducat (0.875)
Valuta Thaler (1560-1753)
Samenstelling Gold (.986)
Gewicht 0.83 g
Diameter
Dikte
Vorm Round
Techniek
Oriëntatie Medal alignment ↑↑
Graveur(s)
In omloop tot
Referentie(s) KM#208, Fr#3087, Lange#452
Beschrijving voorzijde Bust right with flower below bust
Schrift voorzijde Latin
Opschrift voorzijde CAROL FRID D G DVX SVPR SLES
Beschrijving keerzijde Crowned shield with lions
Schrift keerzijde Latin
Opschrift keerzijde CONSTANTIA ET LABORE 1711 BH
Rand
Muntplaats
Oplage 1711 BH - -
Numisquare-ID 1301644400
Aanvullende informatie

Historical Context: This 1711 1/4 Ducat was issued under Charles Frederick, Duke of Schleswig-Holstein-Gottorp (1702-1739). His reign was dominated by the Great Northern War, a conflict profoundly impacting the Baltic region. As King Charles XII of Sweden's nephew, his duchy was strategically vital, often caught between Sweden and Denmark. Issuing gold coinage like this small ducat during tumultuous times highlights the necessity of currency for trade, military needs, and maintaining ducal prestige amidst complex European power politics.

Artistry: The design reflects early 18th-century German numismatic style, blending late Baroque formality with emerging Rococo elements. While

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