Ducat 1646-1650 front Ducat 1646-1650 back
Ducat 1646-1650 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

Ducat

 
Gold (.986) 3.5 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Zürich
Period
Republic (1648-1798)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1646-1650
Value
1 Ducat
Currency
Thaler (1621-1651)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.5 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#401569
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Inscription and date within laurel wreath.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DVCATVS
NOVVS
REIPVBL
TIGVRI
1649

Interesting fact

The Ducat 1646-1650 from the City of Zurich is a rare and valuable coin, with only a limited number minted during its production period. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was used as a means of payment for merchants and traders in the city, and its value was equivalent to the value of a skilled craftsman's daily wage. This coin is a testament to the economic and trade history of Zurich during the 17th century and is highly sought after by collectors and numismatists today.