© AUREA Numismatika
© AUREA Numismatika
1 Ducat
| Gold (.986) | 3.5 g |
| Issuer | Free city of Augsburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city (1276-1803) |
| Emperor | Ferdinand III (1637-1657) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1637-1643 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#95150 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Bust turned 3/4 to right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FERDINAND. III. D.G. R. I. S. A. P. F.
Interesting fact
The 1 Ducat coin from the Free City of Augsburg, minted between 1637 and 1643, is interesting because it was issued during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin's gold content, weighing 3.5 grams, was a significant amount for a circulating coin at that time, reflecting the growing wealth and trade of the region. Additionally, the coin's design, featuring the city's coat of arms and other symbols, highlights the importance of local identity and autonomy during this period.
