© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Ducat - Frederick Ulrich
| Gold (.986) | 3.18 g | - |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Frederick Ulrich (Friedrich Ulrich) (1613-1634) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1625-1626 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.18 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#258144 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned arms in inner circle.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
The 1 Ducat coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel, minted during the reign of Frederick Ulrich (1625-1626), features an unusual design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled during the minting process and was believed to have been used as a way to test the coin's authenticity. The idea behind this design was that only a genuine gold coin would have a small hole in the center, while counterfeit coins would not have this feature. This unique design element makes the 1 Ducat coin from Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel stand out among other coins from the same era and adds to its historical significance.
