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⅛ Ducaton - Maria Theresia
| Silver (.873) | 4.1 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Netherlands (Belgium) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Maria Theresa (1740-1780) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1749-1753 |
| Value | ⅛ Ducaton (7⁄16) |
| Currency | Florin (1744-1798) |
| Composition | Silver (.873) |
| Weight | 4.1 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#28195 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 73% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with composite arms of Hungary, Bohemia, Brabant and Milano, a small shield with arms of Austria and Burgundy at the center, baroque ornamentation around, over a Burgundian cross. Legend for ARC (idux)•AU (triae)•DUX•BUR (ondiae)•BRA (antiae)• (omes)•F (andriae)•
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ARCH·AUS·DUX·BURG·BRAB·C·FL·
(marque d'atelier sous l'écu)
1751
Engraver: Jacques Roëttiers
Edge
Sliced or double row of dots
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ⅛ Ducaton - Maria Theresia 1749-1753 coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Maria Theresa, who was the Archduchess of Austria and the Queen of Hungary and Bohemia. This was a period of significant political and social upheaval, with the Seven Years' War taking place during her reign, which had a profound impact on the economy and trade of the region. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a popular collector's item and a testament to the rich history of the Austrian Netherlands.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1749 R | 1638000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1751 R | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1753 R | 140000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ⅛ Ducaton - Maria Theresia 1749-1753 coin.
