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1 Ducat - Frederick August I
Gold (.986) | 3.5 g | - |
Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
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Prince elector | Frederick Augustus I (Friedrich August I) (1694-1733) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1728-1734 |
Value | 1 Ducat (3.5) |
Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
Composition | Gold (.986) |
Weight | 3.5 g |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#384468 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms within branches.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SAC: ROM: IMP: ARCHIM: ET ELECT: 1728
I. G. S.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) is that it was minted during the reign of Frederick August I, who was also known as Frederick Augustus II, Elector of Saxony. He was a member of the House of Wettin and ruled from 1728 to 1734. The coin was made of gold with a purity of .986 and weighed 3.5 grams. It was a standard circulation coin during its time and is now considered a valuable collector's item.