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© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
2 Ducats - Frederick I
1701 year| Gold (.986) | 7 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick I (Friedrich I) (1701-1713) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1701 |
| Value | 2 Ducats (2 Dukaten) (7) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#417676 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cruciform crowned double F monograms, Rs in angles, arms at center.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1701
FF R FF R FF R FF R
LC S＊
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Ducats - Frederick I 1701 coin from the Kingdom of Prussia (German States) is that it was minted during the reign of Frederick I, also known as Frederick the Great, who was a highly influential and enlightened monarch. He was known for his military conquests, administrative reforms, and promotion of arts and culture. The coin's design, which features an image of Frederick I on one side and the Prussian eagle on the other, reflects the king's vision for a strong and prosperous Prussia.
