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1 Duarius - Leopold I
| Silver | 0.48 g | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Leopold I (I. Lipót) (1657-1705) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1695-1707 |
| Value | 1 Duarius (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.48 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#43848 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 72% |
Reverse
Small non-radiant Madonna seated on a crescent with child on her left arm divides P H
Date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
P H
DUARIUS
· 1703 ·
Translation: Protector of Hungary
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Duarius coin from Hungary, minted during the reign of Leopold I (1695-1707), was made of silver and weighed 0.48 grams. Despite its small size, this coin was an important part of the Hungarian currency system at the time, and its design featured the coat of arms of the Austrian Empire, which Hungary was a part of. The coin's obverse side featured the image of Leopold I, while the reverse side featured the Hungarian coat of arms and the denomination. Today, this coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, highly sought after by numismatists and historians interested in the history of Hungarian currency.
