30 Ducats (2 thalers gold strike) ND (1710) front 30 Ducats (2 thalers gold strike) ND (1710) back
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30 Ducats 2 thalers gold strike ND

1710 year
Gold 101.15 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Basel
Period
Free city
Type
Pattern
Year
1710
Value
30 Ducats (240)
Currency
Thaler (1621- 1798)
Composition
Gold
Weight
101.15 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#313834
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Northeast aerial view of the city of Basel with the Rhine Bridge and seven ships on the Rhine River.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
❀ DOMINE · CONSERVA · NOS · IN · PACE
BASILEA

Engraver: Justin de Beyer

Comment

The largest gold coin of Switzerland.

The piece comes from the collection of Mayor Andreas Merian-Iselin (September 19, 1742 to February 25, 1811). With the end of the Helvetic Republic, Merian returned to Basel, where he was elected mayor by the Grand Council in 1803 and 1806.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 30 Ducats (2 thalers gold strike) ND (1710) from City of Basel is that it is a rare and highly sought-after coin among collectors due to its age, rarity, and historical significance. It is considered a prized addition to any collection of rare coins, and its value can appreciate significantly over time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1710)  1 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 30 Ducats (2 thalers gold strike) ND (1710) coin.