1 Ducat - Frederick August I 1702-1703 front 1 Ducat - Frederick August I 1702-1703 back
1 Ducat - Frederick August I 1702-1703 photo
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1 Ducat - Frederick August I

 
Gold (.986) 3.5 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States)
Prince elector
Frederick Augustus I (Friedrich August I) (1694-1733)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1702-1703
Value
1 Ducat (3.5)
Currency
Thaler (1493-1805)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.5 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#417619
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crown above 3 shields of arms.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
17 03
EPH

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) is that it features an image of Frederick August I, who was the Elector of Saxony from 1702 to 1703. He was a member of the House of Wettin and played an important role in the politics of the Holy Roman Empire during his time. The coin's design was likely meant to promote his image and reinforce his authority as a leader.