Free imperial city of Besançon ½ Ducat - Immobilization in the name of Charles V, 1655
Information
Country
Free imperial city of Besançon
Free imperial city of Besançon
Currency
Thaler
(1537 – 1673)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
½ Ducat
Year
1655
Composition
Gold (.986)
Shape
Round
Weight (g)
1.67
Diameter (mm)
17
Demonetized
Yes
Description
½ Ducat from Free imperial city of Besançon. Issued in 1655. Struck in Gold (.986). Measures 17 mm and weighs 1.67 g.
- Obverse
- Full-length crowned and armored figure turned to right, holding orb and scepter. (Charles V, emperor.)
- Reverse
- Five-line inscription with date in ornamented square. (Ducat of the city of Besançon in accordance with imperial law.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1655 | — |
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