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1 Duarius - Leopold I
| Silver | 0.35 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Leopold I (I. Lipót) (1657-1705) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1695-1702 |
| Value | 1 Duarius (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.35 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#173876 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Madonna and child on right above value and date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
P H
DVARIVS
1699
Translation: Patrona Hungariae - Protector of Hungary
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Duarius coin from Hungary, minted during the reign of Leopold I (1695-1702), features an image of the Holy Roman Emperor on one side and the Hungarian coat of arms on the other. This coin was made of silver and weighed 0.35 grams, making it a relatively small and lightweight coin for its time. Despite its small size, the 1 Duarius coin played an important role in the economy of Hungary during the late 17th and early 18th centuries, as it was widely used for everyday transactions and was considered a symbol of the country's economic growth and prosperity.
