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10 Ducats ND
Gold | 34.51 g | 45 mm |
Issuer | City of Zürich |
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Period | Republic (1648-1798) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1700-1798 |
Value | 10 Ducats |
Currency | Thaler (1700-1798) |
Composition | Gold |
Weight | 34.51 g |
Diameter | 45 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-08 |
Numista | N#181954 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Intricate Zürich city view
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOMINE CONSERVA NOS IN PACE
Engravers: HJ Gessner, HJ Bullinger III
Comment
Originally struck as a medal for merit in silver, this appears to be a later Restrike issue, impressively produced in gold.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Ducats ND (1700-1798) from City of Zürich made of Gold weighing 34.51g is that it was minted during a time when Switzerland was not yet a unified country, but rather a collection of independent cantons. Despite this, the coin still features the coat of arms of the City of Zürich, which includes a shield with a cross and three crowned lions, symbolizing the city's connection to the Holy Roman Empire.