4 Ducats 1745 front 4 Ducats 1745 back
4 Ducats 1745 photo
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4 Ducats

1745 year
Gold (.986) 14 g 29.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Free city of Augsburg (German States)
Period
Free city (1276-1803)
Emperor
Francis I (Franz I) (1745-1765)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1745
Value
4 Ducats (14)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
14 g
Diameter
29.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#364154
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Laureate armored bust to right.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FRANCISCUS I D G ROM IMP S A
T

Engraver: Jonas Thiébaud I

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 4 Ducats 1745 from Free City of Augsburg is that it was minted during a time when the city was experiencing significant economic growth and prosperity. Augsburg was a major trading center in the German States and the coin's high gold content and detailed design reflect the city's wealth and influence during this period.