Gold ducat to the Birth of a child - balloons with dedication proof

In every culture around the world, the birth of a child is a reason for celebration, and ours is no exception. The celebrations involve a number of rituals, including the presentation of gifts to the newborn. Such gifts can take many forms, but since ever, the traditional gift has been a coin made of precious metal – such as this gold ducat from the Czech Mint, on which a dedication can be engraved. This talisman in the form of a coin was given to babies in the families of noble aristocrats, wealthy townspeople, and poor villagers. This precious gift became the first investment in the child's future, which the parents kept safe until the child reached adulthood.

The first Czech gold coins, known as ducats, were minted by Charles IV in the 14th century. The gold content of ducats was carefully controlled, making them among the most reliable coins of their time. They inspired confidence in Europe and brought prestige to the Czech lands. The binding weight of each ducat was set at 3.49 grams and the purity at 986/1000. Ducats remained legal tender for several centuries. Ducat coins were also minted with great success during the First Republic. Due to their beauty and, above all, their value, they became a popular gift for babies, so that they would never suffer hardship in life. After World War II, the cradle coin was almost forgotten, but the Czech Mint decided to revive this tradition by minting its own gold ducats intended specifically for the occasion of a child's birth. The beauty and value of gold remained, and to this was enriched with  incalculable personal value of an engraved dedication.

The 2026 gold ducat was inspired by a legend that tells the story of where newborn babies come from. Medal maker Veronika Prokopová, DiS., dedicated the obverse side to a stork carrying a bundle with a baby in its beak. The reverse side is reserved for engraving text, which can take the form of a personal message, name, date of birth, etc. – there are no limits to your imagination. The only limitation is the length of the text.

Do not miss other variants of the coin for the birth of a child – in our offer for 2026, you will find two different precious metals and variants without an engraved dedication.