1 Gold Ducat New Minting

1 Gold Ducat New Minting: fine ducat gold in a small denomination

• Design: Emperor Franz Joseph I in profile, with a wreath in his hair and the Latin inscription AVSTRIAE IMPERATOR, meaning Emperor of Austria.
• Material / Fineness: Gold with a high fineness of 986/1,000, which equals 3.44 g of pure precious metal.
• Manufacturer: The Austrian Mint issues the historic ducat as a new minting.
• Crisis provisioning: A small unit that can be used well as a means of exchange in an emergency.
• Value preservation: A tangible asset that cannot be multiplied by decree.

For centuries, the ducat was one of Europe's most well-known gold coins. With the 1 Gold Ducat New Minting, the Austrian Mint revives this tradition in its classic form: made of almost pure gold. For investors who want to secure their wealth in manageable steps, it is an ideal building block. Anyone who takes pleasure in history also holds a piece of imperial Austria in their hand.

Almost pure gold as a ducat

With a fineness of 986/1,000, the ducat consists almost entirely of gold. For a coin with a historical model, this is a remarkably high value, as many classic gold coins were minted at 900/1,000. The fine weight is 3.44 g. This results in a coin that is convenient to store. As circulated goods in bank-standard condition, each piece may show minor signs of wear, which does not affect the fineness.

The portrait of the Emperor

The obverse shows Emperor Franz Joseph I in profile, his hair adorned with a wreath. The Latin words AVSTRIAE IMPERATOR identify him as Emperor of Austria, and a row of fine dots lines the edge. Franz Joseph I reigned for almost seven decades, one of the longest reigns in European history. The reverse features the crowned double eagle, the heraldic animal of the empire.

Small denomination for uncertain times

The advantage of gold coins in this denomination becomes especially apparent in times of crisis. Anyone who only wants to exchange a small amount in an emergency does not give up a large value all at once with a single ducat. The coin can be used flexibly, is easy to transport, and can be stored discreetly. As a building block for crisis protection, it sensibly complements larger coins and bars, as several small units keep you flexible.

Gold against the loss of purchasing power

Paper money can be printed in any quantity, while gold, on the other hand, is scarce and cannot be multiplied at the push of a button. That is why this precious metal has been considered a reliable store of value for thousands of years, and central banks are among the largest gold holders in the world. As an inflation hedge, the ducat helps you preserve savings over long periods. For private investors in Germany, profits from the sale are tax-free after a holding period of one year.

The most important facts at a glance

• Face value: 1 ducat
• Fine weight: 3.44 g
• Fineness: 986/1,000
• Manufacturer: Austrian Mint
• Country of origin: Austria
• Condition: Circulated goods in bank-standard condition

Sometimes it is precisely the ducat that offers the most flexibility in difficult times.

Secure a piece of Austrian coin tradition made of almost pure gold with the 1 Gold Ducat New Minting, at Kettner Edelmetalle.