© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg (www.kuenker.de)
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg (www.kuenker.de)
1 Ducat - Frederick August I Leipzig university
1709 year| Gold (.986) | 3.44 g | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Frederick Augustus I (Friedrich August I) (1694-1733) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1709 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.44 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#189882 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
View of the university.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Frederick August I (Leipzig university) 1709 coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the University of Leipzig, which was founded in 1409. The coin features an image of Frederick August I, the Elector of Saxony, on one side, and the university's seal on the other. This coin is a rare and valuable example of a commemorative coin from the German States, and its gold content and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item.
