1 Ducat 1742 front 1 Ducat 1742 back
1 Ducat 1742 photo
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1 Ducat

1742 year
Gold (.986) 3.50 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Free imperial city of Nuremberg (German States)
Period
Free City (1219-1806)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1742
Value
1 Ducat (1 Dukat) (3.5)
Currency
Reichsguldiner (1620-1753)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.50 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#132808
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned bust facing right.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CAROLVS VII. D.G. ROM. IMP. S.A.

Engraver: Peter Paul Werner

Interesting fact

The 1742 Nuremberg Ducat coin features an intricate design on its reverse side, including a depiction of the city's coat of arms, which includes a shield with a golden lion and a silver griffin. This design was meant to symbolize the city's wealth and power.