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30 Ducats
1707 year| Gold | 101.99 g | 50 mm |
| Issuer | City of Zürich |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1648-1798) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1707 |
| Value | 30 Ducats |
| Currency | Thaler (1700-1798) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 101.99 g |
| Diameter | 50 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#242693 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bird's eye view of the city of Zürich from the south side along the Limmat River, with the bridges in the foreground. Above, ornate cartouche with the inscription.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TIGURUM
HG
Translation: Zürich
Engraver: Hans Jakob Gessner
Edge
Lettering: DOMINE CONSERVA NOS IN PACE 1707
Comment
Examples of this type:⸰ Example #1 (101.99 g; better than extremely fine)
∙ Auctioned by LHS Numismatik AG, Auction 94, 24 October 2005, Lot 2665. Estimated at 30 000 CHF.
© LHS Numismatik AG
Interesting fact
The 30 Ducats 1707 coin from the City of Zurich is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few examples known to exist. One of the most interesting facts about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued in 1707, which was during the height of the European colonial powers' struggle for dominance and wealth. The coin's high gold content and intricate design make it a valuable collector's item, and its rarity has only increased its appeal to numismatists over the years.