© 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 William I
1714 year| Gold (.986) | 3.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick William I (Friedrich Wilhelm I) (1713-1740) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1714 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (1 Dukat) (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#419572 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HFH · 1714
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Frederick William I 1714 coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and development in Prussia. Frederick William I, also known as the "Soldier King," was a prominent military leader who ruled Prussia from 1713 to 1740. During his reign, he implemented numerous reforms aimed at modernizing the country's military, economy, and administration. The minting of this coin can be seen as a reflection of Prussia's growing economic and political influence in Europe during this time.
