¼ Ducat - Charles VI (Graz) 1720-1729 front ¼ Ducat - Charles VI (Graz) 1720-1729 back
¼ Ducat - Charles VI (Graz) 1720-1729 photo
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¼ Ducat - Charles VI Graz

 
Gold (.986) 0.86 g -
Description
Issuer
Austrian Empire
Emperor
Charles VI (Karl VI) (1711-1740)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1720-1729
Value
¼ Ducat
Currency
Thaler (1520-1754)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
0.86 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#166456
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Imperial eagle with small shield of Styria at centre, divided date on top.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARCHID AUST DUX BUR STYRIÆ date

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ¼ Ducat - Charles VI (Graz) 1720-1729 coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the Austrian Empire. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles VI, who was the Holy Roman Emperor and King of Austria, and it was part of a series of reforms he implemented to stabilize the empire's economy and strengthen its currency. The coin's gold content and intricate design were meant to symbolize the empire's wealth and power, and it was widely used in trade and commerce throughout Europe. Despite its age, the coin remains a popular collector's item and a testament to the rich history of the Austrian Empire.