1 Ducat - Ferdinand Albert II 1735 front 1 Ducat - Ferdinand Albert II 1735 back
1 Ducat - Ferdinand Albert II 1735 photo
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1 Ducat - Ferdinand Albert II

1735 year
Gold (.986) 3.5 g -
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States)
Prince
Ferdinand Albert II (Ferdinand Albrecht II) (1735)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1735
Value
1 Ducat (3.5)
Currency
Thaler (1499-1814)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.5 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#309853
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Horse leaping left

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FAVORE ALTISSIMI
MDCCXXXV
S

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Ferdinand Albert II 1735 coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Ferdinand Albert II, who was the Duke of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel from 1735 until his death in 1792. During his reign, the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel was facing significant economic challenges, including a large national debt and a decline in trade and commerce. Despite these challenges, the duchy continued to mint coins, including the 1 Ducat coin, which was used as a means of payment and exchange throughout the region. The coin's gold content and intricate design made it a valuable and sought-after currency, not only within the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel but also across Europe.