1077182 | GERMAN STATES. Pfalz-Electoral Pfalz. Karl Theodor. (Neuberg (Pfalz), Electorate-Palatinate of the Rhine, 1743-1777-1799). (1767) ND AV Ducat. NGC MS61. Mannheim. Edge: Security-patterned. 3.47gm. Draped bust, right with ties, HOC AVSPICE in exergue / SORS INDUSTRIÆ. Goddess Fortuna with sail and standing on globe, HAC FAVENTE in exergue. KM 424 (Prev. Pfalz-Sulzbach KM 130); Fr.-2039; Memmersheimer 2504; Haas 233; Unlisted in Wolff.

"Lottery (prize) ducat".

Includes original collector's envelope.


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The so-called "Lottery Ducat" was struck on the occasion of the founding of the Mannheim lottery in 1767. The inscription on the back indicates that one should not only rely on fortune's favor, but also that a fair amount of diligence is required to be successful.