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Ducat
1743 year| Gold (.986) | 3.5 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Obwalden (Unterwalden) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1743 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (8) |
| Currency | Thaler (1724-1744) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#24171 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Kneeling Saint with rosary right
Script: Latin
Lettering:
B:NICOLAUS VON FLUE
I·H·
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Ducat 1743 from Republic of Obwalden (Unterwalden) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political significance for the region. The coin was issued during the reign of the Swiss Confederation, which was a powerful and influential political entity in Europe at the time. The Ducat was a widely used currency throughout the Confederation, and its minting was overseen by the respective cantons, in this case, Obwalden (Unterwalden). The fact that it was made of gold (.986) and weighs 3.5g suggests that it was a valuable and highly sought-after coin, both within the region and beyond.
