Bishopric of Basel Ducat - Johann Konrad II von Reinach-Hirzbach, 1716 – 1718

Obverse Reverse

Information

Country Bishopric of Basel Bishopric of Basel
Currency Thaler (1575 – 1793)
Coin type Standard circulation coin
Denomination 1 Ducat
Year 1716 – 1718
Ruler John Conrad of Reinach-Hirtzbach (Johann Konrad von Reinach-Hirtzbach) (1705–1737)
Composition Gold
Shape Round
Technique Milled
Weight (g) 3.42
Diameter (mm) 22
Demonetized Yes

Description

1 Ducat from Bishopric of Basel. Issued from 1716 to 1718. Struck in Gold. Measures 22 mm and weighs 3.42 g.

Obverse
Bust of bishop to right. Legend around with triskelion in punctuation.
Reverse
Crowned double headed eagle with coat of arms of the prince-bishopric on chest. Legend around with triskelion in punctuation.

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
1718  — Michaud Bâle #167
1716  — Michaud Bâle #166

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