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¼ Ducat
Gold (.986) | 0.875 g | 16 mm |
Issuer | City of Zürich |
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Period | Republic (1648-1798) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1718-1767 |
Value | ¼ Ducat |
Currency | Thaler (1700-1798) |
Composition | Gold (.986) |
Weight | 0.875 g |
Diameter | 16 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-08 |
Numista | N#53783 |
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Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ANNO DOMINI
1718
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Ducat 1718-1767 from City of Zürich is that it was minted during a time when the Swiss Confederation was transitioning from a loose association of states to a more centralized government. This coin, which was used throughout the Confederation, features the coat of arms of Zürich on one side and the Swiss cross on the other, symbolizing the unity and independence of the Swiss people.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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1753 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
1761 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Ducat 1718-1767 coin.