⅛ Ducat - Charles III
1739 year| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (III. Károly) (1711-1740) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1739 |
| Value | ⅛ Ducat (Dukát) (7⁄16) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#189539 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Radiant - without mandorla - Madonna with child on the left arm seated on crescent.
Crowned twofold Hungarian shield below: divides N B mintmark in frame
Date is at the end of inscription, no pearl circle.
Lettering: S · MAR · PAT ·HVNG · 1739 ·
Translation: Saint Maria, Protector of Hungary
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The ⅛ Ducat - Charles III 1739 coin was minted during the reign of Charles III, who was the King of Hungary and Croatia from 1711 to 1740. The coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign, which were known for their high gold content and intricate designs. The ⅛ Ducat coin, in particular, was minted in 1739 and features an image of Charles III on one side and the Hungarian coat of arms on the other. It is considered a rare and valuable coin among collectors today, with some examples selling for thousands of dollars at auction.
