½ Ducat 1718-1767 front ½ Ducat 1718-1767 back
½ Ducat 1718-1767 photo
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½ Ducat

 
Gold (.986) 1.75 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Zürich
Period
Republic (1648-1798)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1718-1767
Value
½ Ducat
Currency
Thaler (1700-1798)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
1.75 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#24248
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Inscription, date within ornamented cartouche

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DOMINE
CONSERVA
NOS IN
PACE
1725

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Ducat 1718-1767 from City of Zürich is that it was minted during a time when Switzerland was still a collection of independent states, and the coin was used as a form of currency across different regions. Despite being made of gold, the coin was widely accepted and used in everyday transactions, showcasing the trust and value that people had in the currency.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1736  - - - - - -
1745  - - - - - -
1748  - - - - - -
1767  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Ducat 1718-1767 coin.