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2 Ducats - Frederick August I
| Gold | 6.74 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Frederick Augustus I (Friedrich August I) (1694-1733) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1708-1709 |
| Value | 2 Ducats (2 Dukaten) (7) |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 6.74 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#188980 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned monogram divides date.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Ducats - Frederick August I 1708-1709 coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Frederick August I, who was the Elector of Saxony and King of Poland. At the time, the Holy Roman Empire was dissolving, and the German states were in the process of forming their own independent governments. This coin is a rare and valuable example of the currency used during this pivotal period in European history.
