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– SOLDThe Gold Ducat was a widely used trade coin in Europe during the 17th and 18th centuries. Switzerland, being a confederation of cantons, each issued their own coins. The 1741 Ducat would have been minted during a period of relative peace and prosperity in Switzerland, which was known for its neutrality and banking.
The obverse of Swiss Ducats features the coat of arms of the issuing canton, which in the case of the 1741 Ducat, would likely be the arms of Lucerne or Zurich, supported by figures like a rampant lion.
The reverse includes an inscription and the date within an ornamented wreath. For Zurich Ducats, the inscription often reads "DOMINE CONSERVA NOS IN PACE" (Lord, preserve us in peace).
