Bishopric of Chur 8 Ducats - Joseph Benedict von Rost, 1747
Information
Country
Bishopric of Chur
Bishopric of Chur
Currency
Conventionsthaler
(1758 – 1777)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
8 Ducats
Year
1747
Ruler
Joseph Benedict von Rost
(1728–1754)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
27.55
Demonetized
Yes
Description
8 Ducats from Bishopric of Chur. Issued in 1747. Struck in Gold. Measures 0 mm and weighs 27.55 g.
- Obverse
- Mantled bust of Joseph Benedict von Rost facing right, wearing a cross.
- Reverse
- Coat of arms of the bishop on an oval shield within a rococo cartouche. Crosier and sword behind. Galero with knotted and tesselated strings above.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1747 | — |
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