1 Ducat - Frederick August II 1752 front 1 Ducat - Frederick August II 1752 back
1 Ducat - Frederick August II 1752 photo
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1 Ducat - Frederick August II

1752 year
Gold (.986) 3.49 g -
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States)
Prince elector
Frederick Augustus II (Friedrich August II) (1733-1763)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1752
Value
1 Ducat (3.5)
Currency
Thaler (1493-1805)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.49 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#264996
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Oval shield of 4-fold arms in crowned baroque frame, date at end of legend

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SAC ROM IMP ARCHIM ET ELECT 1752
J G G

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Frederick August II 1752 coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Europe. The coin was minted in 1752, just a few years before the start of the Seven Years' War, which would go on to have a profound impact on the political and economic landscape of Europe. Despite this, the coin remains a testament to the enduring legacy of the Electorate of Saxony and the Albertinian Line, which played a significant role in shaping the region's history.