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¼ Ducat - Charles III
| Gold | 0.86 g | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (III. Károly) (1711-1740) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1735-1737 |
| Value | ¼ Ducat (Dukát) (⅞) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 0.86 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#189534 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Non-radiant crowned and non-glorified Madonna with scepter in the left hand, child on the right arm seated on crescent.
Crowned twofold Hungarian shield below.
No pearl circle. Date at the end of inscription
Script: Latin
Lettering: S · MAR · MAT · DEI · HVNG · PAT · 1735 ·
Translation: Saint Maria, Mother of God, Protector of Hungary
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The ¼ Ducat coin from Hungary, minted during the reign of Charles III (1735-1737), is interesting because it was made of gold, which was a rare and valuable metal at the time. The fact that it was used to create a circulating coin speaks to the wealth and prosperity of the Austro-Hungarian Empire during that period. Additionally, the coin's design features the image of Charles III, which adds historical significance to the coin.
