1 Ducat 1742 front 1 Ducat 1742 back
1 Ducat 1742 photo
© H. D. Rauch

1 Ducat

1742 year
Gold (.986) 3.48 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Ulm (German States)
Period
Free city (1181-1803)
Emperor
Charles VII (Karl VII) (1742-1745)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1742
Value
1 Ducat (3.5)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.48 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#175474
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Bust facing right.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CAROLUS • D • G • R • ....

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1742 Ulm Ducat is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled into the coin as a way to test its authenticity, as only genuine gold coins would have a small hole in the center. This feature was used to prevent counterfeiting and ensure the coin's value.