Ducat (Trade coinage) 1736 front Ducat (Trade coinage) 1736 back
Ducat (Trade coinage) 1736 photo
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Ducat Trade coinage

1736 year
Gold (.986) 3.5 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Talschaft of Uri
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1736
Value
1 Ducat (8)
Currency
Ducat (1701-1736)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.5 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#77834
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Saint Martin on horseback cutting his cloak to clothe a beggar.

Script: Latin

Lettering: SANCTUS MARTINUS

Interesting fact

The Ducat coin from Talschaft of Uri, made of gold (.986) and weighing 3.5g, is interesting because it was used as a trade coinage in the 18th century, indicating the importance of gold coins in facilitating economic transactions during that time.