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1 Ducat - Frederick August III

1764 year
Gold (.986) 3.5 g -
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States)
Prince elector
Frederick Augustus III (Friedrich August III) (1763-1806)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1764
Value
1 Ducat (3.5)
Currency
Thaler (1493-1805)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.5 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#192108
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Elector's cap above arms within branches

Script: Latin

Comment

Mintmark IFôF - Leipzig

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Frederick August III 1764 coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the Electorate of Saxony. The coin was issued during the reign of Frederick August III, who was the Elector of Saxony and the King of Poland. At the time, the Electorate of Saxony was facing economic challenges due to the Seven Years' War, which had led to a significant increase in debt and inflation. Despite these challenges, the coin was made of gold (.986) and weighed 3.5 grams, indicating the value and wealth of the Electorate of Saxony. This coin is a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of the region and is a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1764 IFOF 2874 - - - - - -

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