© Auktionen Frühwald
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¼ Ducat - Andreas Jakob von Dietrichstein
1749 year| Gold (.986) | 0.87 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Andreas Jakob von Dietrichstein (1747-1753) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1749 |
| Value | ¼ Ducat (0.56) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 0.87 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#152210 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: S RUBERTUS (1/4) EPS SALISB 1749
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Ducat - Andreas Jakob von Dietrichstein 1749 from Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Empress Maria Theresa, who was known for her efforts to centralize power and reform the economy of the Austrian Empire. The coin's minting was likely a response to the growing need for a standardized currency system across the empire, and it features a unique blend of gold and other metals that was used to create a durable and valuable coin. Despite its age, the coin remains a valuable collector's item today, with some examples selling for thousands of dollars at auction.
