© Comptoir des Monnaies
© Comptoir des Monnaies
¼ Ducat - Franz Anton von Harrach
| Gold (.986) | 0.88 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Francis Anthony of Harrach (1709-1727) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1718-1725 |
| Value | ¼ Ducat (0.56) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 0.88 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#140259 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
St. Ruppert above value within oval circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S RUDBERTUS (1/4) EPS SALISB
Comment
Zöttl type 2 with folds in St Rupperts cloth at right on reverse.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Ducat - Franz Anton von Harrach 1718-1725 from Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) gold 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 Emperor Charles VI, who was trying to centralize power and standardize coinage across the Holy Roman Empire. The ¼ Ducat coin was part of a new standardized currency system introduced by Charles VI, which aimed to simplify trade and commerce across the empire. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item today, with its gold content and historical significance making it a prized addition to any collection.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1719 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Ducat - Franz Anton von Harrach 1718-1725 coin.
