¼ Ducat - Frederick August II 1735-1743 front ¼ Ducat - Frederick August II 1735-1743 back
¼ Ducat - Frederick August II 1735-1743 photo
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¼ Ducat - Frederick August II

 
Gold (.986) 0.875 g -
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States)
Prince elector
Frederick Augustus II (Friedrich August II) (1733-1763)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1735-1743
Value
¼ Ducat (¼ Dukat) (0.875)
Currency
Thaler (1493-1805)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
0.875 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#189519
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 II, who was also known as Frederick Augustus II of Saxony. He was a member of the House of Wettin and ruled as the Elector of Saxony from 1733 until his death in 1763. The coin was minted in 1735-1743, and it is made of gold with a purity of .986, weighing 0.875 grams. This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, and its historical significance makes it an interesting piece of numismatic history.