¼ Ducat - Frederick August I 1700-1733 front ¼ Ducat - Frederick August I 1700-1733 back
¼ Ducat - Frederick August I 1700-1733 photo
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¼ Ducat - Frederick August I

 
Gold (.986) 0.87 g -
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States)
Prince elector
Frederick Augustus I (Friedrich August I) (1694-1733)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1700-1733
Value
¼ Ducat (¼ Dukat) (0.875)
Currency
Thaler (1493-1805)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
0.87 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#188773
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned arms.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ¼ Ducat coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) is that it was minted during the reign of Frederick August I, who was also known as Augustus II the Strong, King of Poland and Grand Duke of Lithuania. He was a prominent figure in European politics and military affairs during his time, and his reign saw significant cultural and economic developments in the region.