© Staatliche Münzsammlung München (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 DE)
© Staatliche Münzsammlung München (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 DE)
1 Ducat
1762 year| Gold (.986) | 3.5 g | 21.7 mm |
| Issuer | Free city of Augsburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city (1276-1803) |
| Emperor | Francis I (Franz I) (1745-1765) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1762 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 21.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#362779 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Laureate bust facing right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FRANC I D G R I S A GER IER REX L B M H D
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Engraver: Jonas Thiébaud
Interesting fact
The 1762 Augsburg 1 Ducat coin is notable for its unique design, featuring a portrait of the Holy Roman Emperor, Francis I, on one side and the Augsburg coat of arms on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great cultural and economic significance for the Free City of Augsburg, which was a major center of trade and commerce in the German States during the 18th century.
