1 Ducat - Frederick I 1731-1750 front 1 Ducat - Frederick I 1731-1750 back
1 Ducat - Frederick I 1731-1750 photo
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1 Ducat - Frederick I

 
Gold (.986) 3.56 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Landgraviate of Hesse-Cassel (Hesse-Cassel)
Landgrave
Frederick I (Friedrich I) (1730-1751)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1731-1750
Value
1 Ducat (3.5)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.56 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#131343
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned arms of Hessen and Sweden.

Script: Latin

Comment

Schütz 1669

Interesting fact

The 1 Ducat coin from Landgraviate of Hesse-Cassel was minted during the reign of Frederick I, who was also known as Frederick the Great. He was a prominent figure in European history and was known for his military conquests, administrative reforms, and cultural achievements. The coin's design features an image of Frederick I on one side and the Hesse-Cassel coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the power and influence of the Landgraviate during that time.