8 Ducats 1646 front 8 Ducats 1646 back
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8 Ducats

1646 year
Gold (.986) 27.32 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Zürich
Period
Free imperial city (1218-1648)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1646
Value
8 Ducats
Currency
Thaler (1621-1651)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
27.32 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#290040
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Inscription in five lines surrounded by laurel wreath tied with ribbons above and below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DOMINE
CONSERVA
NOS IN
PACE
1646

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 8 Ducats 1646 from City of Zürich is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political significance for the city. In the mid-17th century, Zürich was a major trading hub and a prominent center for the production of textiles, and the coin was likely used to facilitate trade and commerce within the city and beyond. Additionally, the coin's high gold content and detailed design reflect the city's reputation for producing high-quality currency during this period.