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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Ducat
| Gold (.979) | 3.46 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free Hanseatic City (1324-1922) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1773-1788 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (1 Dukat) (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler (1675-1872) |
| Composition | Gold (.979) |
| Weight | 3.46 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#178101 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial double-headed eagle with orb on breast.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IOSEPHVS • II • D • G • ROM • IMP • SEMP • AVGVST
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Unabridged legend:
IOSEPHVS • II • DEI • GRATIA • ROMANUS • IMPERATOR • EVER • AVGVST
17 77
Translation:
JOSEPH II, BY THE GRACE OF GOD, ROMAN EMPEROR, FOREVER AUGUST
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat coin from the Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the late 18th century, a period marked by the rise of capitalism and the decline of feudalism. The coin's gold content and intricate design reflect the growing wealth and influence of the Hanseatic League, a powerful trading federation that dominated trade in the Baltic Sea region. The coin's mintage also coincided with the Enlightenment, a cultural and intellectual movement that emphasized reason, science, and individual liberty. These historical contexts make the 1 Ducat coin a fascinating artifact that offers insights into the complex social, economic, and political currents of the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1779 | 3192 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1780 | 4471 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1781 | 4414 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1782 | 4500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1783 | 4500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1784 | 3231 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1785 | 3714 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1786 | 4500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1787 | 4689 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1788 | 4500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Ducat 1773-1788 coin.
