1 Ducat - Charles III
Gold | 3.5 g | - |
Issuer | Hungary |
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King | Charles III (III. Károly) (1711-1740) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1714-1716 |
Value | 1 Ducat (Dukát) (3.5) |
Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
Composition | Gold |
Weight | 3.5 g |
Shape | Round |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#189514 |
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Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Radiant - in oval mandorla - crowned and glorified Madonna with scepter in the right hand, child on the left arm seated on crescent; crowned twofold Hungarian shield below.
Date divided at the top
Lettering: S · IMMAC · VIR · M · MA · DEI · PAT · HVNG · 17 17 ·
Translation: Saint Immaculate Mary Mother of God, Protector of Hungary
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Ducat - Charles III 1714-1716 coin from Hungary made of Gold weighing 3.5 g is interesting because it was minted during a time when the Habsburg Empire was facing economic challenges, and the coin's value was significantly higher than its face value, making it a sought-after collector's item.