¼ Ducat 1718-1767 front ¼ Ducat 1718-1767 back
¼ Ducat 1718-1767 photo
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¼ Ducat

 
Gold (.986) 0.875 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Zürich
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
References
Numista
N#53783
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
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.