1 Ducat - Frederick William I 1719-1725 front 1 Ducat - Frederick William I 1719-1725 back
1 Ducat - Frederick William I 1719-1725 photo
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1 Ducat - Frederick William I

 
Gold (.986) 3.45 g -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Prussia (German States)
King
Frederick William I (Friedrich Wilhelm I) (1713-1740)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1719-1725
Value
1 Ducat (1 Dukat) (3.5)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.45 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#310398
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned shield at center of crowned arms, date divided above

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1721
I G N

Interesting fact

The 1 Ducat coin from the Kingdom of Prussia, minted during the reign of Frederick William I (1719-1725), was used as a means of promoting the Prussian economy and trade. The coin was made of gold (.986) and weighed 3.45 grams, making it a valuable and sought-after currency during its time.