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1 Ducat - Frederick William I
1733 year| Gold | 3.5 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick William I (Friedrich Wilhelm I) (1713-1740) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1733 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (1 Dukat) (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#417765 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned eagle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FR
E·G·N· 1733·
Interesting fact
The 1 Ducat coin was minted during the reign of Frederick William I of Prussia, who was known as the "Soldier King" for his military reforms and conquests. The coin's design features the king's portrait on one side and the Prussian eagle on the other, symbolizing the power and prestige of the Prussian state. The coin was made of gold and weighed 3.5 grams, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
