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Ducat - Elizabeth Trade Coinage

 
Gold (.986) 3.47 g 21.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Russian Empire
Empress
Elizabeth (1741-1762)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1742-1748
Value
1 Ducat (1 Червонец) (2.5)
Currency
Rouble (1700-1917)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.47 g
Diameter
21.5 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#63980
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Russian double-headed eagle, date above.

Script: Cyrillic

Lettering:
17 48
IСАМОДЕРЖ·ВСЕРОСИСКАЯ·

Translation: And Autocrat of the whole Russia

Edge

Plain

Comment

Trade coinage.

Interesting fact

The Ducat - Elizabeth (Trade Coinage) 1742-1748 was used as a means of payment for foreign trade, and its value was tied to the value of the Russian ruble. This coin was minted in small quantities and was not meant for circulation within Russia, but rather for use in international trade. Its unique design and limited mintage make it a valuable collector's item today.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1742  4721 - - - - - -
1743  2823 - - - - - -
1744  14667 - - - - - -
1746  489 - - - - - -
1747  16600 - - - - - -
1748  17000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Ducat - Elizabeth (Trade Coinage) 1742-1748 coin.