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1 Ducat - Louis I

 
Gold (.937) 3.49 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Bavaria (German States)
King
Louis I (Ludwig I) (1825-1848)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1840-1848
Value
1 Ducat (5.5)
Currency
Gulden (1837-1856)
Composition
Gold (.937)
Weight
3.49 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#95441
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Crowned arms on pedestal supported by two crowned lions, inscription on top and date at bottom.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
GERECHT UND BEHARLICH
1844

Interesting fact

The 1 Ducat coin from the Kingdom of Bavaria, minted between 1840 and 1848, features an interesting design element - the portrait of King Louis I on the obverse side is surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves, which symbolizes victory and glory. This design was a nod to the King's efforts to modernize and strengthen the Bavarian economy and military during his reign.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1840  5000 - - - - - -
1841  2309 - - - - - -
1842  810 - - - - - -
1843  2358 - - - - - -
1844  4259 - - - - - -
1845  2470 - - - - - -
1846  3642 - - - - - -
1847  5122 - - - - - -
1848  1470 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Ducat - Louis I 1840-1848 coin.