1 Ducat - Frederick I 1749 front 1 Ducat - Frederick I 1749 back
1 Ducat - Frederick I 1749 photo
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1 Ducat - Frederick I

1749 year
Gold (.976) 3.5 g -
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Frederick I (Friedrich I) (1720-1751)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1749
Value
1 Ducat (2)
Currency
Fourth riksdaler (1719-1798)
Composition
Gold (.976)
Weight
3.5 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#264845
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned shield of arms in Order collar divides date

Script: Latin

Lettering:
IN DEO SPES MEA
1749
H M

Translation: In god is my hope.

Interesting fact

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