1 Ducat - Charles Frederick (Silver Pattern) 1705-1706 front 1 Ducat - Charles Frederick (Silver Pattern) 1705-1706 back
1 Ducat - Charles Frederick (Silver Pattern) 1705-1706 photo
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1 Ducat - Charles Frederick Silver Pattern

 
Gold plated silver 3.13 g -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Schleswig-Holstein-Gottorp (German States)
Duke
Charles Frederick (Karl Friedrich) (1702-1739)
Type
Pattern
Years
1705-1706
Value
1 Ducat (1 Dukat) (3.5)
Currency
Thaler (1560-1753)
Composition
Gold plated silver
Weight
3.13 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#276020
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned shield with lions, date in legend

Script: Latin

Lettering: CONSTANTIA ET LABORE 1706

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Ducat - Charles Frederick (Silver Pattern) 1705-1706 from Duchy of Schleswig-Holstein-Gottorp (German States) made of Gold plated silver weighing 3.13 g is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles Frederick, who was the Duke of Schleswig-Holstein-Gottorp from 1702 until his death in 1739. During his reign, the duchy experienced significant economic growth and cultural development, and the minting of this coin was likely a reflection of this prosperity. Additionally, the use of gold-plated silver in the coin's production was a common practice during this time period, as it allowed for the creation of coins with a high level of durability and aesthetic appeal.