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Ducat
| Gold (.986) | 3.5 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | City of Zürich |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1648-1798) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1718-1767 |
| Value | 1 Ducat |
| Currency | Thaler (1700-1798) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#24250 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Inscription, date within ornamented cartouche
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DOMINE
CONSERVA
NOS IN
PACE
1743
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Ducat 1718-1767 from City of Zürich is that it was used as a means of payment for the city's soldiers during the Napoleonic Wars.