© Macho & Chlapovič a.s.
© Macho & Chlapovič a.s.
1 Duarius - Leopold I
1695 year| Silver | 0.49 g | 15.2 mm |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Leopold I (I. Lipót) (1657-1705) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1695 |
| Value | 1 Duarius (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.49 g |
| Diameter | 15.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#189406 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Value and date, three flowers
No Madonna and child.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DVARI
VS
1699
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Duarius coin was minted during the reign of Leopold I, who was the Holy Roman Emperor from 1658 to 1705. The coin features an image of Leopold I on one side and the Hungarian coat of arms on the other. The use of silver in the coin's composition was a significant change from previous issues, which were made of copper or other base metals. The switch to silver was likely due to the increasing value of the metal at the time and the desire to create a more valuable and prestigious coin. Despite its small weight, the 1 Duarius coin was an important part of the Hungarian currency system and was widely used in trade and commerce during its time.
