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© Kunst Historisches Museum Wien (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0)
1 Ducat - Frederick William I
| Gold (.986) | 3.5 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick William I (Friedrich Wilhelm I) (1713-1740) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1717-1718 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (1 Dukat) (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#419306 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned oval shield with coat of arms of Prussia.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
✽17 18✽
✽I•F•S✽
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat coin from the Kingdom of Prussia (German States) is that it was minted during the reign of Frederick William I, 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 kingdom's strength and power.
