© Kungliga Myntkabinettet
© Kungliga Myntkabinettet
1 Ducat - Frederick I King's Monogram Type
| Gold (.976) | 3.48 g | 22.25 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick I (Friedrich I) (1720-1751) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1725-1728 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (2) |
| Currency | Fourth riksdaler (1719-1798) |
| Composition | Gold (.976) |
| Weight | 3.48 g |
| Diameter | 22.25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#107091 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned king's mirrored monogram (Second type) with the Three Crowns of Sweden at sides and below. Date is at the end of legend, divided in two by the crown.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN • DEO • SPES • MEA • 17 26 •
FF
Translation: In God is my hope.
Engraver: Johann Karl von Hedlinger
Edge
Reeded
Comment
This coin has two main type:
TYPE I : hair less curly. Simple armor and drape.
TYPE II: hair much more curly than type I. More complex armor ornaments, and much more folded drape
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Frederick I (King's Monogram Type 2) coin from Sweden is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of King Frederick I, who ruled Sweden from 1720 to 1751. During his reign, Sweden experienced a period of rapid economic growth and cultural development, known as the "Age of Liberty." This period saw the establishment of a new constitution, the development of a free press, and the emergence of a powerful middle class. The 1 Ducat coin, with its high gold content and elegant design, reflects the prosperity and sophistication of this era in Swedish history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1725 | 1485 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1726 | 1283 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1727 | 1154 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1728 | 2874 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Ducat - Frederick I (King's Monogram Type 2) 1725-1728 coin.
