© Teutoburger Münzauktion
© Teutoburger Münzauktion
1 Ducat - Frederick August I Ausbeute
| Gold (.986) | 3.49 g | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Frederick Augustus I (Friedrich August I) (1694-1733) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Years | 1709-1714 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.49 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#189107 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
6-line inscription and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering: WENIG ZU // BUSS VIEL // AUSBEUTE, // MACHT RECHT // FRÖHLICHE // BERGLEUTE. // .1709.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Frederick August I, who was the Elector of Saxony from 1709 to 1714. He was a member of the House of Wettin and ruled the Electorate of Saxony, which was a state within the Holy Roman Empire. The coin was minted to commemorate his reign and features an image of him on one side and the coat of arms of Saxony on the other. The use of gold for the coin reflects the wealth and power of the Electorate of Saxony during this time period.
