¼ Ducat - Frederick William I 1713 front ¼ Ducat - Frederick William I 1713 back
¼ Ducat - Frederick William I 1713 photo
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¼ Ducat - Frederick William I

1713 year
Gold (.986) 0.875 g -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Prussia (German States)
King
Frederick William I (Friedrich Wilhelm I) (1713-1740)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1713
Value
¼ Ducat (¼ Dukat) (0.875)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
0.875 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#310394
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Spread eagle flying to sun, date below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
NEC SOLI CEDIT
H F H 1713

Translation: He does not yield to the sun

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ¼ Ducat - Frederick William I 1713 from Kingdom of Prussia (German States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Frederick William I, who was known for his military conquests and his efforts to modernize the Prussian state. The coin's gold content and intricate design reflect the wealth and power of the Prussian kingdom at that time.