© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
1 Ducat - Frederick Augustus I Bicentenary of the Reformation
1717 year| Gold | 3.51 g | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Frederick Augustus I (Friedrich August I) (1694-1733) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1717 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.51 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#189164 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Flame on altar, date inscribed on altar.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HILE DEINEN VOLCK HERR IESV CHRIST
· V · SEGHE WAS DEIN ERETHEIL IST ·
EVANG · IVBEL
FEST ·
17 17
31 · OCT
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the Reformation, which was a significant event in European history that marked the split between Protestantism and Catholicism. The coin features an image of Frederick Augustus I, who was the Elector of Saxony at the time and played a key role in the Reformation. The coin's design and the fact that it was made of gold reflect the importance of this event and the significance of Frederick Augustus I in history.
