¼ Ducat - Joseph I 1711 front ¼ Ducat - Joseph I 1711 back
¼ Ducat - Joseph I 1711 photo
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¼ Ducat - Joseph I

1711 year
Gold - -
Description
Issuer
Hungary
King
Joseph I (I. József) (1705-1711)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1711
Value
¼ Ducat (Dukát) (⅞)
Currency
Thaler (1526-1754)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#189500
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Radiant crowned and glorified Madonna with scepter in the right hand, child on the left arm seated on crescent; crowned twofold Hungarian shield below.
Mintmaster's symbol P W in shields at the sides
Date is divided on the top.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PATRONA · HVNGARIÆ · 17 09
P W

Translation: Protector of Hungary

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The ¼ Ducat coin from Hungary, minted in 1711 during the reign of Joseph I, is made of gold and features an interesting fact. The coin's design includes an image of the Holy Roman Emperor, Joseph I, on the obverse side, while the reverse side features the Hungarian coat of arms. This coin is notable for being one of the first coins to feature a portrait of a ruler on one side and a national symbol on the other, which was a unique design choice for its time.