Ducat 1788 front Ducat 1788 back
Ducat 1788 photo
© Sincona AG

Ducat

1788 year
Gold (.986) 3.45 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Bern
Period
Republic (1648-1798)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1788
Value
1 Ducat
Currency
Thaler (1646-1798)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.45 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#179760
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Legend and value within cartouche.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BENE
DICTUS
SIT IEHOVA
DEUS ·
1 · DUC ·

Comment

Examples of this type:

Example #1 (3.45g, About Uncirculated):

© Image courtesy of SINCONA AG
◦ Auctioned by SINCONA AG, Auction 30, 20 May 2016, Lot 3680. Sold for 4,250 CHF.

Interesting fact

The Ducat 1788 from City of Bern is a rare and valuable coin, with only 1,000 pieces minted. It is made of gold (.986) and weighs 3.45 grams. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, with the obverse side bearing the image of a bear, which is the symbol of the city of Bern, and the reverse side featuring the coat of arms of the city. This coin is highly sought after by collectors and numismatists due to its rarity and historical significance.