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8 Ducats - Frederick August I
| Gold (.986) | 28 g | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Frederick Augustus I (Friedrich August I) (1694-1733) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1725-1731 |
| Value | 8 Ducats (8 Dukaten) (28) |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 28 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286996 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned shields of Poland and Saxony, date and initials between at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SAC: ROM: IMP: ARCHIM: ET ELECTOR
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Ducats coin from the Electorate of Saxony is that it was minted during the reign of Frederick August I, who was also known as Frederick Augustus II, Elector of Saxony and King of Poland. He was a member of the House of Wettin and ruled Saxony from 1725 to 1731. The coin was made of gold with a purity of .986 and weighed 28 grams. It was a standard circulation coin during its time and is now considered a valuable collector's item.
