6 Ducats ND (1745-1765) front 6 Ducats ND (1745-1765) back
6 Ducats ND (1745-1765) photo
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6 Ducats ND

 
Gold (.986) 20.88 g -
Description
Issuer
Free city of Regensburg (German States)
Period
Free city (1245-1803)
Emperor
Francis I (Franz I) (1745-1765)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1745-1765
Value
6 Ducats
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
20.88 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#120298
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Laureate and armored bust facing right.

Script: Latin

Lettering: FRANCISCUS I.D.G.ROM.IMP.SEMP.AVG.

Engraver: J. L. Öxlein

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 6 Ducats coin from the Free City of Regensburg is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political significance for the city. Regensburg was a key trading center and a member of the Holy Roman Empire, and the coin's minting was likely a reflection of the city's growing wealth and influence during this period. Additionally, the coin's gold content and weight suggest that it was a valuable and highly sought-after currency in its time.