© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
1 Ducat - Frederick August I
| Gold | 3.46 g |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Frederick Augustus I (Friedrich August I) (1694-1733) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1698-1733 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.46 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#188676 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms within branches.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
The 1 Ducat coin featuring Frederick August I, Elector of Saxony, was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin's gold content and its status as a standard circulation coin made it a highly valued and widely accepted form of currency, not only in Saxony but also across other German states and beyond. Its mintage period spanned over 30 years, indicating its enduring popularity and utility during that time.
