© H. D. Rauch
© H. D. Rauch
⅛ Ducat - Joseph I Vienna
1707 year| Gold (.986) | 0.44 g |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Joseph I (1705-1711) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1707 |
| Value | ⅛ Ducat |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 0.44 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#166433 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned double-headed eagle with arms of Austria on chest, mintmaster's initials below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHID AVST DVX (MM) BVR CO TYR date
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ⅛ Ducat - Joseph I (Vienna) 1707 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 Emperor Joseph I, who was known for his efforts to modernize and centralize the empire's government and economy. The coin's gold content and small denomination made it a popular choice for everyday transactions, and it remained in circulation for many years after its minting. Despite its age, the coin remains a sought-after collector's item today, with many examples still in existence and highly prized by numismatists.
